459 Product Management jobs in South Africa

KEY PURPOSE OF JOB
The Product Lifecycle Engineer will be responsible for supporting the introduction to production of new products, the support in production of existing products and supporting clients with product related queries; all in an efficient, proactive, and synergistic manner.

KEY TASKS

Industrialization:

1. Responsible for the introduction of new products into production, particularly the design and implementation of the manufacturing processes in line with the industrial requirements and the objectives of the project and/or client.
2. Responsible for supporting and facilitating problem-solving during prototype and preproduction build.
3. Responsible for the design of packaging solutions for partially complete or complete product.
4. Assist with the development and implementation of the industrialization plan, with specific emphasis on the design and engineering processes.
5. Assist in the development and maintenance of assembly documentation.
6. Assist with the development and maintenance of the production data pack.
7. Assist in the PFMEA process and development of control plans for new and existing equipment and processes.
8. Assist with automation of test report generation.
9. Assist in the development and manufacturing of aids, tools and jigs.
10. Advocate for DFM during the product R&D phase.
11. Participate in the industrialization project deliverables in line with time, cost, and quality targets.

Engineering Support of Standard Products:

1. Provide engineering support to the Production team during the manufacturing and testing of products.
2. Responsible for the development and manufacturing of aids, tools, and Jigs.
3. Provide engineering support to the Supply Chain team in the logistics of components and products.
4. Responsible for manufacturing documentation, including assembly instructions of products.
5. Responsible for creating and updating the Bill of Material operational information in the ERP system.
6. Responsible for updating technical documentation of products.
7. Responsible for packaging design solutions to ensure effective transport of products.
8. Responsible for investigation and resolution of product deviations during the production process and client feedback.
9. Responsible for timeous and effective preparation of responses to client technical queries.
10. Perform continuous improvement in terms of standardization, technologies, architecture, best practices etc. with input from the Engineering team.
11. Identify and implement the necessary steps to address the obsolescence of components/parts to guarantee the manufacturability and repeatability of the products.
12. Support the Supply Chain team in the development of new suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

1. BEng, in Mechatronics, Electronic, Mechanical Engineering from a recognised institution.

Experience & Knowledge:

1. +/- 2 years of relevant work experience.
2. Experience in mechanical and/or electronics hardware design (Preferably in Solid Works and Altium Designer).
3. Design and industrialization of high-reliability electronic products.
4. Good knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
5. Good knowledge and experience in technical support in a manufacturing environment.

Additional knowledge areas that would strengthen the application:

1. Knowledge of satellite subsystems and the space environment.
2. Experience with the ECSS product development and environmental testing standards.
3. Cleanroom, ESD, and optical assembly environment experience.
4. Embedded software development, integration, and testing (C/C++).

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

1. Positive self-motivated, self-starter attitude.
2. Responsible.
3. Team player.
4. Good written and oral communication skills.
5. Customer focused.
6. Able to persuade and influence others.
7. Flexible and able to multi-task, can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment.
8. Resourcefulness in setting priorities.

• 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.

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

Business Segment: Business & Commercial Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, Baker Street 30

To manage and identify Wholesale Finance opportunities within allocated portfolio (i.e., Business and Commercial Banking and Corporate Investment Banking) including third party relationships.

Responsible for the overall execution of Wholesale Finance and BCB SA strategy, driving business and revenue growth.

Managing and identifying new Wholesale Finance opportunities within the Business and Commercial Banking and Corporate Investment Banking Banking portfolio for floorplan and related products.

Type of Qualification: Degree or related in Finance and Accounting, Banking

Field of Study: Business Commerce

Experience Required: 10-15 years

Experience in Wholesale Finance and relationship banking. Experience in a banking environment.

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Developing Strategies
• Directing People
• Empowering Individuals
• Inviting Feedback
• Making Decisions
• Providing Insights
• Change Enablement
• Customer Acceptance & Review (Business Banking)