Senior E-commerce Product Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Stock options

Development allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior E-commerce Product Manager to lead the vision, strategy, and roadmap for our digital commerce platforms. This fully remote role enables you to influence online retail from anywhere while partnering with engineering, design, marketing, and operations to deliver impactful experiences.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in e-commerce product management, a data-driven approach, strong UX awareness, and excellent stakeholder communication to drive growth and customer

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product management with e-commerce focus.
• Strong ability to define product strategy and roadmap.
• Experience with agile development (Scrum/Kanban) and data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for e-commerce platforms.
• Conduct market research and customer feedback to shape requirements.
• Prioritize features and write detailed user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Manage product backlog and sprint planning in agile setup.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to craft intuitive interfaces.
• Guide engineering through development lifecycle with clear direction.
• Define KPIs and track impact on conversion, engagement, and revenue.
• Coordinate go-to-market with marketing, sales, and operations.
• Act as SME for the e-commerce platform to support stakeholders.
• Stay ahead of e-commerce trends and technologies.

Skills

Product strategy

Roadmapping

Agile methodologies

Data-driven decisions

UX awareness

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Business

MBA or Master’s degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a groundbreaking leader in the digital commerce space, is searching for a visionary Senior E-commerce Product Manager to join their innovative team. This is a fully remote opportunity, allowing you to shape the future of online retail from your chosen location. You will be responsible for defining the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for key e-commerce platforms and features, ensuring they meet customer needs and business objectives. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a passion for user experience, a deep understanding of the e-commerce landscape, and a proven track record of launching successful digital products. You will collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and operations teams to deliver exceptional online experiences that drive growth and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the e-commerce platform, aligning with company goals.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback sessions to identify opportunities and define product requirements.
• Prioritize product features and develop detailed user stories and acceptance criteria for the engineering team.
• Manage the product backlog, ensuring effective sprint planning and execution in an agile development environment.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create intuitive and engaging user interfaces and experiences.
• Work closely with engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle, providing clear direction and making trade-off decisions.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for product success, such as conversion rates, user engagement, and revenue impact.
• Launch new products and features, coordinating with marketing, sales, and operations teams for successful go-to-market strategies.
• Act as a subject matter expert on the e-commerce platform, providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of emerging e-commerce technologies, trends, and best practices to ensure the platform remains competitive and innovative.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. An MBA or Master's degree is a plus. 5+ years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on e-commerce platforms and digital products. Proven experience in defining product strategy, roadmapping, and managing product lifecycles. Strong understanding of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Experience with user experience (UX) design principles and user research methodologies. Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Demonstrated success in launching and scaling successful digital products. Familiarity with e-commerce technologies, payment gateways, and web analytics tools. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, remote work environment.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance. Our client offers an industry-leading salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, stock options, and generous professional development allowances. You will have the opportunity to make a substantial impact on a leading e-commerce platform and work with a talented, globally distributed team. Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and employee growth, providing the tools and support you need to succeed from anywhere.

• industry-leading salary
• comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• stock options
• and generous professional development allowances