33 Consumer Goods jobs in South Africa

Shape the future of fintech. Lead with vision. Deliver impact.

We’re seeking a seasoned product leader to drive innovation across a diverse portfolio in the payments space. This is a high-level strategic role for someone who understands the complexity of transaction processing, thrives in cross-functional environments, and knows how to turn product vision into commercial success.

What you’ll own:

• End-to-end product strategy across multiple business units

• Leadership of product managers, analysts, and cross-functional teams

• Delivery of scalable, market-ready solutions in acquiring and alternative payments

• Alignment of product roadmaps with commercial and operational goals

• Executive-level stakeholder engagement and reporting

What sets you apart:

• 8+ years in senior product or strategy roles, with 5+ years in leadership

• Deep experience in fintech, payments, or transaction processing

• Proven track record of launching and scaling products

• Strong commercial acumen and technical fluency

• Bachelor’s degree required; postgrad or Agile certification advantageous

Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

Leads the implementation of the strategic digital roadmap of specific single business roadmap across multiple channels.

Delivers complex, large scale digital products through the integration and optimisation of the internal value chain but limited to a single roadmap.

Job Description

Education/Qualifications & Experience Required:

• NQF 7 - 8 / Bachelors' Degrees within disciplines of Media/Digital, Engineering, Business, Commerce, Marketing or Design
• 4-8 years relevant experience

Skills & Competencies required:

• Certified Product Manager (Advantage)
• Agile and Waterfall Project methodologies and development
• Material and customer centered design
• Basic marketing and go to market planning
• Quantitative Analysis and Analytical thinking
• Continuous improvement Lean startup
• Leading teams
• Working with and building colloborative teams / culture
• Planning organising and project delivery

• Functional and operational strategy

• Results orientation

• Customer focus
• Reasoning
• Systems thinking
• Creative innovative thinking
• Application of digital technologies
• Business acumen

Key accountabilities

• Accountable to deliver specific end to end features or projects on a specific digital channel. Will engage with various stakeholders and functional areas to achieve the delivery of the end to end product
• Creates and delivers a quality product and optimises the operational metrics for a single product set on a specific channel. This includes maximising the outcomes for the project deliverables
• Accountable to ensure the adherence to standards and best practices in delivering the outcomes. Schedules customer reviews and uses data and key painpoints to articulate further improvement opportunities
• Delivers the commercial outcomes of a specific feature and makes reccomendations to improve commercial outcomes. Uses data insights to indentify opportunities and make recommendations for investment
• Participates in continuous improvement projects and is a key member assigned to specific outcomes to continuously improve the functional profession chapter. Stays in touch and continuously learns the emerging trends in digital and digital product ownership
• Participates in innovation solutioning and provides input into problem solving. Contributes by providing alternatives and differring view points. Accountable to deliver implemented innovation experiments, design the testing systems and gather experimental data for decision making
• Works with functional specialist to deliver specific product and project outcomes. Contributes towards a culture of continuous improvement. Ensures adherence too various standards and protocls. Takes end to end accountability to deliver specifc business metrics for the digtial assets under direct control.

Education

Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

• Our client is seeking to hire a Head of Product Management who will be responsible for leading the product function by setting the overarching product strategy and vision, managing and developing the product team, and ensuring that the Company’s product goals align with broader business objectives.
• The Head of Product Management will oversee the entire product portfolio, making strategic decisions, allocating resources, and collaborating with other departments to drive innovation and successful product delivery from concept to launch. In addition, the role requires staying closely connected to payment trends and the evolving future of payments, including the emergence of alternative payment solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy and Vision

• Define and execute the overall product strategy and long-term vision in alignment with business goals.
• Lead the development and ongoing refinement of product roadmaps.
• Identify and analyse new product ideas and support evaluation of new product lines.
• Contribute to product portfolio planning through detailed analysis and strategic input.
• Create buy-in for the product vision across departments and leadership.

Team Leadership

• Mentor, guide, and lead product management teams in best practices for product development and execution.
• The ability to lead and motivate cross- functional teams, align stakeholders, and effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Market and User Research

• Conduct thorough market and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and unmet user needs.
• Stay informed of emerging payments trends, including alternative payments and industry shifts.
• Represent the voice of the customer throughout the product lifecycle.

Product Development and Requirements Management

• Translate customer needs and business objectives into clear product requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop a comprehensive set of requirements. Ensure effective communication of product requirements to all stakeholders.
• Manage requirement changes during development to minimise disruption. Balance feature requirements with cost implications to maximise product value.

Product Lifecycle Management

• Manage the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch and eventual discontinuance.
• Plan and coordinate commercial product launches in collaboration with sales and marketing.
• Conduct ongoing reviews of product performance and recommend repositioning or discontinuation as needed.
• Maintain and evolve product documentation, including specifications, roadmaps and reports.

Cross-functional Collaboration and Project Support

• Work closely with development, operations, sales, compliance, and support teams. Provide guidance and product expertise during project planning and execution.
• Ensure alignment of business processes across functional areas for successful product rollout.
• Collaborate with international OEMs, including Ingenico and Newland, on technical and commercial matters.

Testing and Quality Assurance

• Oversee functional, usability, and beta testing for all products.
• Ensure that all product launches meet internal quality standards and external compliance requirements.

Execution at All Organisational Levels

• Deliver value at a tactical level through effective day-to-day product management. Drive medium-term outcomes through operational planning and coordination.
• Contribute to long-term strategic goals through product innovation and lifecycle governance.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with a customer-focused mindset.
• Skilled communicator with influence and negotiation abilities.
• Detail-oriented and results-driven.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Resilient, adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
• Postgraduate qualification or certification in Product Management, Agile or Business Analysis will be highly advantageous.
• At least 8 years of experience in senior product, strategy, or innovation roles, ideally within fintech, payments or technology, with a proven track record in delivering impactful, market-ready solutions.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience ideally within fintech, payments or technology.
• In-depth knowledge of the payments industry. Including acquiring transaction processing for both card-present and card-not-present environments. (mandatory)
• Demonstrated success in creating commercially viable client solutions that deliver measurable value and business growth.
• Skilled in product lifecycle management, go-to-market execution, and managing financial performance (value creation, cost optimisation, ROE improvement).
• Strong networking and relationship building ability.
• Think beyond the requirement and solution for today and the future.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, JIRA).

Kindly regard your application as unsuccessful if you have not heard from the agency within 2 weeks.

We are currently searching for a Senior Specialist – Product Management Exports to join our dynamic team in Durban - Jacobs on a Fixed Term Contract . The successful individual will be responsible for 13 Sub Saharan Africa markets (Excluding South Africa & The Southern African Customs Union markets). Your role will be product management centric with planning, developing suitable products and managing the products lifecycle. You will need to be a highly motivated person that will work solely on steering the regions product line up both short and long term. You will be required to visit key African markets to conduct in-depth market studies to ensure we have a robust line-up that the sales team can offer to the customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create long-term and short-term product range plans with Global category Product Managers
• Manage and lead company’s product development process in alignment with Global Product Manager teams and maintain the key product development files & systems
• Manage multiple brands across the region and have a sound understanding of brand mapping and price positioning.
• Monitor, manage and communicate internally all relevant legislations affecting all products across Sub Saharan Markets
• Work closely with the cooling, cooking, laundry, dishwasher & aircon production plants providing product briefs and guide them on market size, product design, innovation, technology trends and keep them up to date on market related cost and performance issues.
• Provide effective and timely communication and support to internal customers such as Sales, Customer Support, Supply Chain, Finance and Service teams on all product related issues including performance, market positioning, technical and commercial issues to ensure internal customers are up to date with all products related issues.
• Manage and provide reports on the stock keeping unit count and commercial performance of category product ranges. Take necessary actions to improve performance or discontinue models to maintain a competitive range that is appealing to our customers.
• Drive and contribute to marketing communication plans regarding product technologies, innovations and design stories that will strategically support brand equity targets in the short and long term.
• Run idea generation sessions regularly with consumers in country and identify current and future trends, needs and integrate them into the long-term roadmap.
• Have a basic understanding of sales principles, retail management and customer service practices
• Create business presentations on a regular basis to update internal stakeholders about product performance in the market and evaluate the continuity or improvement of products. Including the monitoring of sell in and sell out through effective reporting
• Run on an adhoc basis product training content and sessions for Instore Salesmen and/or brand ambassadors in Sub Saharan Africa
• Support the marketing team at a global, regional and country level to ensure alignment of Marketing Plans and that product launches are aligned
• Manage the phase in and phase out of products across the region
• Engage with several stakeholders to plan assembly lines in various markets

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Relevant Degree in Marketing or related qualification
• 4+ years relevant experience in Marketing, Product & Retail
• Thorough understanding of the relevant market and a good understanding of the commercial environment and commercial relationships which can be incorporated into product strategies
• Strong Finance Acumen
• Clear understanding of Sub Sharan African consumer behaviour, current and future trends, and technologies
• Strong product knowledge and experience across product categories
• Ability to manage a diverse team of people

We are currently on a search for a Senior Specialist – Product Management Exports to join our dynamic team in Durban - Jacobs on a Fixed Term Contract . The successful individual will be responsible for 13 Sub Saharan Africa markets (Excluding South Africa & The Southern African Customs Union markets). Your role will be product management centric with planning, developing suitable products and managing the products lifecycle. You will need to be a highly motivated person that will work solely on steering the regions product line up both short and long term. You will be required to visit key African markets to conduct in-depth market studies to ensure we have a robust line-up that the sales team can offer to the customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create long-term and short-term product range plans with Global category Product Managers
• Manage and lead company’s product development process in alignment with Global Product Manager teams and maintain the key product development files & systems
• Manage multiple brands across the region and have a sound understanding of brand mapping and price positioning.
• Monitor, manage and communicate internally all relevant legislations affecting all products across Sub Saharan Markets
• Work closely with the cooling, cooking, laundry, dishwasher & aircon production plants providing product briefs and guide them on market size, product design, innovation, technology trends and keep them up to date on market related cost and performance issues.
• Provide effective and timely communication and support to internal customers such as Sales, Customer Support, Supply Chain, Finance and Service teams on all product related issues including performance, market positioning, technical and commercial issues to ensure internal customers are up to date with all products related issues.
• Manage and provide reports on the stock keeping unit count and commercial performance of category product ranges. Take necessary actions to improve performance or discontinue models to maintain a competitive range that is appealing to our customers.
• Drive and contribute to marketing communication plans regarding product technologies, innovations and design stories that will strategically support brand equity targets in the short and long term.
• Run idea generation sessions regularly with consumers in country and identify current and future trends, needs and integrate them into the long-term roadmap.
• Have a basic understanding of sales principles, retail management and customer service practices
• Create business presentations on a regular basis to update internal stakeholders about product performance in the market and evaluating the continuity or improvement of products. Including the monitoring of sell in and sell out through effective reporting
• Run on an adhoc basis product training content and sessions for Instore Salesmen and/or brand ambassadors in Sub Saharan Africa
• Support the marketing team at a global, regional and country level to ensure alignment of Marketing Plans and that product launches are aligned
• Manage the phase in and phase out of products across the region
• Engage with several stakeholders to plan assembly lines in various markets

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Relevant Degree in Marketing or related qualification
• 4+ years relevant experience in Marketing, Product & Retail
• Thorough understanding of the relevant market and a good understanding of the commercial environment and commercial relationships which can be incorporated into product strategies
• Strong Finance Acumen
• Clear understanding of Sub Sharan African consumer behaviour, current and future trends, and technologies
• Strong product knowledge and experience across product categories
• Ability to manage a diverse team of people

A leading global provider of industrial solutions is seeking a Market Analyst in Product Management who collects, analyses and processes data to enable the client to plan successful product and sales strategies.

The company imports Electrical and instrumentation products from Germany and sells locally and into Africa.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor current local market trends and develop appropriate strategies.
• Draw up a local business plan.
• Collaborate with the international Project Management Team.
• Actively participate in national trade and industry bodies.
• Examining and processing data and information of various types.
• Prepares market research, collects statistical data and analyses industry studies in order to identify market trends and potential new target groups.
• Monitors the activities and tactics of competitors to obtain industry benchmarks.

Qualifications:

• Completed Degree in Business and Economics or a comparable degree
• Advantageous - Technical Qualification or Courses
• Experience in product management, business development or strategic marketing in a technical engineering/components or manufacturing environment (i.e. Electrical Products, Process Instrumentation, Mechanical, Pneumatics, Hydraulics or Mechatronics)
• Love for international travel, intercultural communication, and networking
• Advanced Excel, Report Writing, Presentations
• Analytical and Strategic

Purpose of the role

The Product Management and Data Quality Specialist is responsible for managing the product catalog and ensuring the commercial performance of products throughout their lifecycle. The role focuses on maintaining the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of product data, implementing data governance standards, and supporting internal and external stakeholders. This specialist plays a key role in optimizing product range management, driving data quality initiatives, and ensuring effective collaboration across departments to support business objectives.

Product Data and Catalog Management

• Develop, maintain, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of product catalog data.
• Monitor product data quality, analyze trends, and identify opportunities to optimize the product range.
• Implement and enforce product catalog data standards and governance policies.
• Collaborate with suppliers, 1P/3P partners, and internal stakeholders to maintain up-to-date and accurate product information.
• Ensure appropriate stock allocation, validate supplier agreements, and monitor replenishment modes throughout the product lifecycle (Range A/S, Top 1/2/0, Franco/PCB).
• Develop and implement processes to guarantee data quality and integrity.
• Provide training and support on product catalog management best practices.

Product Range and Lifecycle Management

• Support the Category Manager in constructing and continuously improving the product range.
• Optimize product allocation within the correct typology (Department / Sub-department / Type / Sub-type) to enhance performance monitoring.
• Build and maintain product range listings and range synoptics, ensuring timely updates and communication to stores.
• Manage product lifecycle and address market-specific requirements.
• Collect and analyze customer feedback to improve product range effectiveness.
• Collaborate on promotional activities and ensure effective execution.
• Prepare data and negotiation planners for supplier negotiations and monitor contracts and invoicing compliance.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for stores regarding product data and range matters.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, ensuring stakeholders understand updates and adopt changes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams (Supply Chain, Merchandising, OmniCommerce) and external partners (suppliers, vendors).

Process Improvement and Technology Utilization

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives in product data management processes.
• Utilize AI and digital tools to enhance research, analysis, reporting, and workflow efficiency.
• Respond to cross-functional project requests within the area of expertise.

Behavioral Expectations

• Demonstrate enthusiasm, collaboration, and a positive approach to work.
• Champion and embody company values internally and externally.
• Maintain professionalism, integrity, and reliability in all responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Data Management, Marketing, or related field.
• 3–5 years' experience in product data management, catalog management, or category management, preferably in retail or e-commerce.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, data analysis, and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with PIM, ERP, or CRM systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Akeneo).
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and project management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous process improvement.