Senior Product Manager (IT Security)

Fides Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications/tech industry seeks an experienced Product Manager to oversee product lifecycle and lead go-to-market strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT Security and a proven track record in product management. This role involves mentoring a team, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving product innovation to meet market demands.

Benefits

Bonus

Shares

Lifestyle Benefit

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of related experience in product management and go-to-market strategy implementation.
• Proven track record of successfully leading product teams and driving product innovation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle from ideation to market launch.
• Lead the development and execution of go-to-market strategies for new products.

Skills

Product Management

IT Security

Education

3-year degree equivalent

MBA / Masters

Job description

Position open to all races, specifically female.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Strategy Development and Implementation
2. Provide input to sales targets to meet business needs.
3. Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation through development, market launch, and demand generation.
4. Identify and assess new opportunities, enhance existing solutions, and ensure the successful implementation of the go-to-market strategy to meet the Business Line's financial and strategic objectives.
5. Lead the development and execution of go-to-market (GTM) strategies for new products and solutions, ensuring they are effectively positioned to meet market demands and Business Line objectives.
6. Serve as an internal subject matter expert on market trends, driving the adoption of innovative product strategies.

Product Lifecycle Management

1. Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle from ideation to development, market launch, and demand generation, ensuring each phase drives value and aligns with business objectives.
2. Coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, sales, operations) to ensure seamless and impactful product launches.
3. Identify and assess new opportunities within the market, including untapped customer segments, new technologies, or emerging trends that could enhance the Business Line's product portfolio.
4. Collaborate with innovation teams to enhance existing products, ensuring they maintain competitive relevance and drive continual customer value.
5. Monitor and analyze product performance, leveraging key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress against business objectives.
6. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on the product strategy's effectiveness and suggest data-driven adjustments when needed.
7. Prioritize customer experience in all product development and management.
8. Leverage data analytics to improve customer retention and satisfaction, aligning product performance with customer expectations.
9. Ensure adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
10. Lead the development and execution of go-to-market strategies that ensure timely and successful product launches.
11. Orchestrate service providers and develop SLAs between vendors and local teams for large, priority, and pilot deals aligned to customer SLAs.

People Leadership / Management

1. Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers, providing coaching, guidance, and performance evaluations.
2. Provide technical, procedural, and policy guidance to staff, colleagues, partners, and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 3-year degree equivalent / 4-year tertiary qualification (Technical/Commercial) or related
• MBA / Masters advantageous
• At least 7 years of related experience in product management, product development, and go-to-market strategy implementation within the telecommunications/tech industry, specifically within IT Security
• Proven track record of successfully leading product teams and driving product innovation.
• Experience with GTM & P&L management
• Product Management certification advantageous (e.g., AIPMM, etc.)
• Experience managing the full product lifecycle, from concept to market launch.
• Strong background in market analysis, product positioning, and competitive strategy.
• Experience in demand management and sales forecasting in a technology-driven environment.

Desired Skills:

• Product Manager
• IT Security

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Bonus
• Shares
• Lifestyle Benefit