Senior Product Development Lead - End-to-End Launch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Sur place; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive package

Health insurance

Leadership training

Profit sharing

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to drive end-to-end product development for consumer goods in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will lead cross-functional teams from concept through launch, align initiatives with strategic goals, and ensure high quality, timely delivery in a dynamic market.

The role requires seven years of PM experience, a relevant degree, and a proven ability to manage scope, risk, and budget while collaborating with R&D, marketing, manufacturing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Product Design, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• Master's degree is advantageous.
• Minimum of 7 years in project management with a focus on product development in consumer goods.
• Proven track record launching products from concept to market.
• Knowledge of stage-gate processes and agile principles.
• Strong leadership and communication; able to manage diverse teams.
• Experience with manufacturing and supply chain partners; stakeholder management.

Responsabilités

• Lead end-to-end product development lifecycle for new consumer goods.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resources.
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings across R&D, marketing, operations, and QA.
• Manage project risks and issues; implement timely solutions.
• Oversee design, prototyping, testing, and validation phases.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers, manufacturers, and agencies.
• Track progress against milestones; monitor budgets; ensure on-time delivery.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies to inform strategy.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.
• Prepare and present updates to senior leadership.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Agile methodologies

Project management

Stakeholder management

Formation

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Design/Business/Marketing)

Master's degree advantageous

Outils

MS Project

Jira

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to drive end-to-end product development for consumer goods in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will lead cross-functional teams from concept through launch, align initiatives with strategic goals, and ensure high quality, timely delivery in a dynamic market.

The role requires seven years of PM experience, a relevant degree, and a proven ability to manage scope, risk, and budget while collaborating with R&D, marketing, manufacturing,