68 Product Lifecycle Management jobs in South Africa

Reference: CPT000257-GW-4

We are looking for a Product Development Technologist in the flavour, ingredient and colour industry. It is essential that you have experience in flavour formulations within the sweet division.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree – Food Technology/Food Science
• 2-5 years’ experience with product development
• Deadline driven
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Know how to put flavour/seasoning formulations together

• Formulate new flavours
• Flavour modification on existing products
• Develop and manipulate application formulation
• Compounding of samples
• Conducting sensory panels
• Source for new ingredients and evaluate raw materials
• Compiling of product specifications and process methods

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A Leading Financial Services client requires a Product Development Analyst to assist in formulating the overall strategy and design of products, features, and engagement processes.

• Assist in formulating the overall strategy and design of products, features, and engagement processes.
• Conduct trend analysis within digital services.
• Take ownership of financial models used in the planning and forecasting process.
• Manage the end-to-end life cycle of products and their distribution channels, including ideation, design, and management of features.

Matric / Grade 12

Tertiary Qualification - Bachelor's Degree or higher essential.
Minimum of 2 years of working experience in a strategy, business development, product development, management consulting, or digital services role within the Financial Services / Banking environment.
Demonstrated passion for financial technology and digital banking.

Salary: Market Related

• Identify key vehicle models through market surveys and define suitable product ranges.
• Determine OE and supplier part numbers across various categories (e.g., braking, filtration, ignition, suspension, lighting, etc.).
• Source suppliers for parts and equipment, including both local and international channels.
• Work with leadership to manage stock levels, pricing, product training, and catalogues.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to keep offerings competitive and relevant.
• Drive consistent turnover growth through ongoing product development and innovation.

• 15+ years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in automotive aftermarket retail or wholesale.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive components and sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, market research, and product lifecycle management skills.

• 15+ years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in automotive aftermarket retail or wholesale.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive components and sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, market research, and product lifecycle management skills.

• Identify key vehicle models through market surveys and define suitable product ranges.
• Determine OE and supplier part numbers across various categories (e.g., braking, filtration, ignition, suspension, lighting, etc.).
• Source suppliers for parts and equipment, including both local and international channels.
• Work with leadership to manage stock levels, pricing, product training, and catalogues.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to keep offerings competitive and relevant.
• Drive consistent turnover growth through ongoing product development and innovation.

CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To champion the development of existing and introduction of new products and services that will contribute to the achievement of the strategic objectives of the Bank, viz; development of innovative products, resulting in increase in return to shareholders and depositors.

1. Product Research and Development

• Conduct research on products and or services including reviews of local and international products and prepares submissions to the Product Development Committee (to be established) and obtain approval from EXCO.
• Assess the viability of the product / service and how it meets specific customer needs and covers all aspects that go into making a product / service a success.                                            Champion the conduct of feasibility studies of all potential products and services   
• Ensure that the pro osals are fully costed, and new business potential is taken into account.
• Establish the requirements for customer services and staffing required to support the potential product or service
• Propose a detailed training plan to up skill all stakeholders on the knowledge of the product / service.

2. Evaluate and provide proposals on the enhancement of current products and services including analysis and recommendations on the sustainability of existing products and services.

3.  Implementation and roll out of the new products and services.

• Member of the Projects team to contribute to the implementation of new products and services.

4. Innovation and ideas generation

• Assist with the innovation and ideas generation through structured initiatives such as presentations, surveys and make recommendations regarding ideas / innovation for implementation.
• Partner with the marketing department in order to propose new innovative ideas that will meet customer needs for products and services.
• Play an active role in monitoring ABG’s Products Intelligence and Database
li>Participate in Albaraka Bank Groups Centre for Excellence in Product Development

 
5. Reporting                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

• Provide monthly reporting at all product development committee meeting and to EXCO.

6. O her Projects

• Assist with other projects as and when required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Appropriate Tertiary Qualification - B. Comm, Marketing, IT, or other relevant degree / qualification.
• Qualification in Research and Development and or Project Management will be an added advantage.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Banking environment.
li>Preferably with experience in project management.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the Banking Systems including electronic banking systems
• An understanding and knowledge of a Banks Policies and Procedures with a
• view to practically implementing same
• Knowledge of Banking products and services
• Knowledge of the budgetary and financial processes
• Knowledge of company’s Code of Business Conduct
li>Track record in management of projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft products with specific reference to Microsoft Projects

Al Baraka Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.

Our client is well renowned FSP Asset manager is looking for an exceptional candidate to take on the role as the Head of Product Development in which you will be accountable for the strategic management of the design and implementation of the company’s Retail Investment Platforms product solutions and platform capabilities to ensure that the company delivers on its strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the design, development and implementation of profitable and competitive products that support the growth of the company. The company business includes the local retail investment platform, the international retail investment platform and structured solutions.
• Take the lead in the design and ongoing management and maintenance of the company local and international platform products to ensure they support clients and advisers in achieving their goals and are future fit from a business perspective.
• The product development team includes various capabilities including product design, product management, pricing and profitability management, revenue optimization, data analytics and insights and product structuring.
• Take the lead in identifying future differentiating capabilities to ensure that the Wealth offering remains ahead of competitor offerings and the preferred platform for meeting financial adviser needs and retail clients’ investment outcomes.
• Provide thought leadership and oversight for new and existing Wealth retail investment products from conceptualisation to launch, ensuring that the various stakeholders and governance processes are incorporated into the product development or maintenance process.
• Management and coordination of the ongoing review of products and platform capabilities to ensure regulatory compliance and competitiveness in relevant markets.
• Close collaboration with internal investment business units to unlock opportunities for vertical integration through the platform capability set and distribution network.
• Take the lead in presenting solutions and proposals to governance forums including the product management committee, business management committees, and divisional Excos, as required.
• Provide leadership for the content design of the product and platform-related aspects for marketing material, and adviser and client documentation including Terms and Conditions, statements, brochures, client letters, etc.
• Take the lead in ensuring the Wealth product development team stays abreast of local and global Wealth Management trends, research, and analysis to timeously identify opportunities in the market to develop new products, capabilities, and new areas of growth or to streamline or adjust the existing product offering.
• Close collaboration with the independent and tied distribution teams to ensure that market needs are well understood and incorporated in product design and maintenance decisions.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of competitive pricing strategies to drive short-term profitability and long-term business growth and shareholder value.
• Close collaboration with the Wealth propositional lead that will leverage the capability sets designed and implemented by the Retail Investment Product team, to wrap into marketable and fit-for-use propositions into the various advice segments in South Africa and the various international jurisdictions where the company has a presence.

Effectively lead a team:

• Create a positive work climate and culture to energize employees, give meaning to work, minimize work disruption, and maximize employee productivity.
• Demonstrate exemplary leadership behavior, through personal involvement, commitment, and dedication in support of the company Investment GRITx values.
• Drive a culture that guides and directs best practices, fostering an environment of continuous learning, improvement, and cohesiveness.
• Enable a learning and growth culture whereby information regarding successes, issues, trends, and ideas are actively shared between team members.
• Effectively manage performance within the team to ensure business objectives are achieved.
• Encourage innovation, change agility, and collaboration within the team.
• Self-management and teamwork (People)
• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers, financial advisers’ clients, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry, and legislation knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing, and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership of driving career development.
• Effectively manage time and ensure optimal productivity.
• Ensure technical product and legislative knowledge is always current in order to propose the most relevant and innovative client solutions and comply with governance requirements.

Competencies:

Business Acumen:

• Experience and in-depth knowledge of the LISP (platform) industry, including regulatory landscape, products and pricing.
• Understands the drivers of embedded value and the financial drivers of retail investment products.
• Ability to deal with high levels of complexity in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability and experience to lead a senior team with diverse skills and competencies to reach a common outcome.
• Drive a sense of urgency, focus, accountability, agility, and execution to deliver business results.
• Collaboration and the ability to consult broadly with internal and external stakeholders as input to the design and management of the Wealth platform product suite.
• Persuades, convinces influences, and inspires others, both within the company and externally to win support, and loyalty and gain commitment to the purpose of the Wealth business and the broader organisation.
• Manages self and relationships with others effectively, deals with ambiguity uncertainty, and pressure, and provides perspective in difficult situations.

Qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree in Actuarial Science.
• Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA).
• CFP or CFA qualification would be considered.

Experience:

• 8-10 years of retail investment LISP product development and management experience.
• 5 years of leadership experience.

Knowledge:

• Solid understanding of the regulations of the investment and LISP industry.