Remote Lead Product Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Professional development

Conferences access

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Product Manager to join a fully remote SaaS team. You will define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for a key product line, aligning market needs with customer requirements to drive growth.

You will mentor junior PMs, partner with engineering, design, marketing, and sales, and own KPIs to measure success. This remote-first role offers flexibility and opportunities to influence product strategy globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Product Manager, with leadership in complex digital products, preferably SaaS.
• Defining product strategy and executing roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with user research, market analysis, and competitive intelligence.
• Ability to manage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in fully remote or distributed teams is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap based on market analysis and customer feedback.
• Lead the product lifecycle from ideation to launch and post-launch analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing and sales to deliver products successfully.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify opportunities.
• Develop detailed product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Prioritize backlog and manage sprint planning with engineering teams.
• Define and track product KPIs to measure success and guide iterations.
• Act as liaison between stakeholders and development team.

Skills

Product strategy

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

User research

Remote leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / CS / Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly innovative SaaS company renowned for its user-centric digital solutions, is seeking an experienced Lead Product Manager to join their fully remote team. This is a critical leadership role responsible for defining the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for a key product line. You will deeply understand market needs, customer requirements, and competitive landscapes to guide product development from conception through launch and iteration. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills, a proven track record in managing complex digital products, and a passion for creating impactful user experiences. This remote-first position offers the opportunity to shape product direction and drive growth from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap based on market analysis, customer feedback, and business objectives.
• Lead the product lifecycle management process, from ideation and prioritization to development, launch, and post-launch analysis.
• Work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful product development and delivery.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify opportunities and validate product assumptions.
• Develop detailed product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Prioritize the product backlog and manage sprint planning and execution in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Define and track key product metrics (KPIs) to measure success and inform future iterations.
• Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders and the development team, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Mentor and guide junior product managers and contribute to the overall product management practice.
• Champion the voice of the customer throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Proven experience as a Product Manager, with significant experience in a lead or senior role managing complex digital products, preferably SaaS.
• Demonstrated success in defining product strategy and executing product roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with user research, market analysis, and competitive intelligence.
• Ability to effectively manage stakeholders at all levels of an organization.
• Experience working in a fully remote setting or managing distributed teams is highly advantageous.
• Passion for technology and building products that delight users.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Significant opportunity to influence product strategy and drive business growth.
• Access to professional development, leadership training, and conferences.
• Collaborative and high-performing remote team culture.
• Be at the forefront of innovation in the SaaS industry, potentially influencing products impacting users near Sandton .