Remote Senior Product Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,468,000 - 2,284,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work

Career advancement opportunities

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Product Manager to define vision, strategy and a roadmap for key product lines in a fully remote setting. You will lead cross-functional teams including engineering, design, marketing and sales to translate market needs into impactful product initiatives.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in product lifecycle management, agile practices, and user-centered design, with a proven track record of delivering successful digital products and driving business

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product management in a technology or software company.
• Proven track record of launching and managing successful digital products.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle, agile methodologies, and user-centered design principles.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities.
• Experience with market research, competitive analysis, and user feedback mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap based on market analysis, customer feedback, and business goals.
• Prioritize product features and initiatives based on impact, feasibility, and strategic alignment.
• Write detailed product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to oversee the development process and ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities and trends.
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather feedback and validate product ideas.

Skills

Product management

Product lifecycle

Agile methodologies

User-centered design

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Market research

Competitive analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced Senior Product Manager to lead product strategy and execution within a fully remote setting. This role is pivotal in defining the vision, strategy, and roadmap for key product lines, working closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams. You will be responsible for understanding market needs, identifying opportunities, and translating them into successful product initiatives that drive business growth and customer value. As a senior member, you will possess a deep understanding of product lifecycle management and a passion for building impactful digital products that solve real-world problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap based on market analysis, customer feedback, and business goals.


• Prioritize product features and initiatives based on impact, feasibility, and strategic alignment.


• Write detailed product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.


• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to oversee the development process and ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.


• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities and trends.


• Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather feedback and validate product ideas.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in product management, preferably in a technology or software company.


• Proven track record of launching and managing successful digital products.


• Strong understanding of product lifecycle, agile methodologies, and user-centered design principles.


• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.


• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities.


• Experience with market research, competitive analysis, and user feedback mechanisms.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Full remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.


• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.


• Impactful role in shaping innovative product strategies.


• Collaborative and forward-thinking remote work culture.