Project Manager - New Product Development

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 950,000 - 1,550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead new product development initiatives in Nelspruit, operating in a hybrid role with in-office and remote work.

You will guide products from ideation through launch, collaborating with R&D, marketing, engineering, and operations to optimize lifecycle management and market success.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in project management, with focus on new product development (NPD) or product management.
• Demonstrated success in launching new products in competitive markets.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, market analysis, and consumer research.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management of new product development cycles from concept to commercialization.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, milestones, resources, and budgets.
• Coordinate activities across cross-functional teams ensuring seamless collaboration and communication.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and dependencies with mitigation strategies.
• Oversee product testing, validation, and regulatory compliance processes.
• Ensure timely and successful launch of new products meeting market and business objectives.

Skills

Project management

New Product Development

Cross-functional leadership

Product lifecycle management

Market analysis

Consumer research

Communication

Leadership

MS Project

Product development tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field

MBA (preferred)

Tools

MS Project

Product development tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Project Manager to lead New Product Development initiatives in Nelspruit . This hybrid role combines essential in-office engagement with the flexibility of remote work, allowing for a dynamic approach to project leadership. You will be responsible for guiding new products from the ideation stage through to market launch, working collaboratively with R&D, marketing, engineering, and operations teams. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in product lifecycle management and a passion for bringing successful new offerings to market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end project management of new product development cycles, from concept to commercialization.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource requirements, and budgets.
• Coordinate activities across cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies.
• Oversee product testing, validation, and regulatory compliance processes.
• Ensure timely and successful launch of new products, meeting market and business objectives.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in project management , with a significant focus on new product development (NPD) or product management.
• Demonstrated success in launching new products in competitive markets.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, market analysis, and consumer research.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional team management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and product development tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field; an MBA is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement for optimal work-life integration.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Exposure to exciting new product innovations and market strategies.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.