Senior Product Manager - Digital Services

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Midrand office collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 in Midrand, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Product Manager to guide the strategy and execution of the digital services portfolio. You will bridge business needs, user requirements, and technology to deliver compelling digital experiences, shaping vision, roadmap, and feature definitions for digital products.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in product management, strong agile knowledge, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or related field.
• MBA or Master's degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on digital products or services.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing digital products.
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with user research, market analysis, and competitive intelligence.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital services.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user research to identify opportunities and inform product decisions.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and functional specifications.
• Prioritize product backlog and manage the development lifecycle in collaboration with engineering, design, and marketing teams.
• Launch new products and features, ensuring successful adoption and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on products to drive continuous improvement.
• Act as a subject matter expert for the product, liaising with stakeholders across the organization.
• Define and track key product metrics (KPIs) and success measures.

Skills

Product management

Agile methodologies

User research

Market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or related field

MBA or Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative technology company, is seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager to drive the strategy and execution of their digital services portfolio. This role, based in Midrand, Gauteng, is crucial for defining the vision, roadmap, and feature definition of new and existing digital products. You will bridge the gap between business needs, user requirements, and technological capabilities, ensuring the delivery of compelling and valuable digital experiences. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of product lifecycle management, market analysis, and user-centered design principles, coupled with a passion for technology and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams. Join a thriving organization in Midrand and shape the future of digital innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital services.


• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user research to identify opportunities and inform product decisions.


• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and functional specifications.


• Prioritize product backlog and manage the development lifecycle in collaboration with engineering, design, and marketing teams.


• Launch new products and features, ensuring successful adoption and customer satisfaction.


• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on products to drive continuous improvement.


• Act as a subject matter expert for the product, liaising with stakeholders across the organization.


• Define and track key product metrics (KPIs) and success measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field.


• MBA or Master's degree is a plus.


• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on digital products or services.


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


• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies.


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


• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.


• Experience with user research, market analysis, and competitive intelligence.


• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement contributions. Employees enjoy a vibrant and collaborative work culture, excellent opportunities for career advancement, and the chance to work on exciting digital transformation projects. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work alongside essential in-person collaboration at our Midrand office.