Project Manager - Product Development

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Health & retirement benefits

Professional development

Innovative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Project Manager to lead product development initiatives in Mahikeng. You will drive the end-to-end lifecycle from concept through to market, coordinating R&D, design, marketing and manufacturing in a hybrid work setting to meet timelines and budget targets.

Success hinges on launching market-ready products, strong stakeholder engagement, and a track record of delivering complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in project management within product development.
• Proven track record of launching new products.
• Experience in hybrid work environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end lifecycle of product development projects from ideation to launch.
• Define scope, objectives, requirements, and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Create detailed plans with timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams in a hybrid setting.
• Identify risks and dependencies and implement mitigations.
• Ensure products meet market needs, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Project management

Product development

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Project Manager to lead Product Development projects in Mahikeng . This role is pivotal in bringing new products from concept to market, managing the entire development lifecycle, and ensuring successful launches. You will work closely with R&D, design, marketing, and manufacturing teams in a hybrid work setting, coordinating efforts to meet product specifications, timelines, and budget targets. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the company's product portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of product development projects, from ideation to launch.
• Define project scope, objectives, requirements, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration in a hybrid environment.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure products meet market needs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in project management , specifically within product development .
• Proven track record of successfully launching new products.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and market dynamics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing projects in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for product launch bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of in-office and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Support for professional development and industry-specific training.
• An innovative and dynamic work environment focused on creating market-leading products.