Product Manager

10 hours ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Dananda Full time R120 000 - R180 000 per year
JOB PURPOSE
The Product Manager (PM) will be responsible for overseeing the entire product life cycle of the company's Legacy Portable Gas detection and Environmental Monitoring Systems, from concept to market release and beyond. This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in product management, a deep understanding of the mining industry and a passion for advancing safety technologies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, business, or a related field.
  • Proven experience (10+ years) in product management, preferably in the development of safety or mining-related technologies.
  • Has at least 10 years' experience in the mining industry.
  • Deep understanding of gas detection instrumentation, Systems and Environmental Monitoring Systems or related safety technologies.
  • Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget. (Proof to be presented)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Strategy and Vision
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of market trends, customer needs, and competitor offerings to define a clear product vision.
  • Formulate a robust product and market strategy aligned with the company's systems' overall business objectives.
  • Derive product requirements from market requirements, product strategy and vision.
Product Development
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production and quality assurance to drive the development of the OSS systems and products.
  • Coordinate and conduct R&D to ensure the product aligns with cutting-edge technologies and industry standards.
  • User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX)
  • Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to inform development decisions.
  • Responsible for coordinating lab scale testing, on site testing and site trials.
Project Management
  • Create and maintain detailed project plans, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget.
  • Prioritise tasks, manage resources effectively, and navigate potential roadblocks to keep the project on track.
  • Responsible for the document configuration of designs, requirements, certifications, approvals, training material, manuals, bill of materials, test and trial results etc.
Stakeholder Engagement
  • Interface with key stakeholders, including customers, internal teams and external partners to gather feedback and ensure alignment with market needs.
  • Communicate project updates, timelines, and milestones to various stakeholders, fostering transparency and collaboration.
Quality Assurance
  • Implement rigorous testing protocols to ensure that the products and System meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.
  • Work closely with the quality assurance team to identify and address any product deficiencies promptly.
Market Launch
  • Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy, including product positioning, pricing, and promotional activities.
  • Collaborate with marketing teams to create compelling product messaging and collateral.
  • Coordinate and support Proof of Concepts (PoC) activities.
Post-Launch Management
  • Monitor product performance in the market and gather user feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Develop and implement strategies to address any issues, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
ATTRIBUTES

Leadership:
Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams to work collaboratively toward common goals. Confidence in decision-making and taking ownership of the product's success.

Strategic and Innovative Thinking:
Capacity to think strategically and align product goals with the overall business objectives. Capability to anticipate industry trends, market shifts and customer needs. Creative in finding solutions to challenges and identifying opportunities for product improvement. Willingness to explore new ideas and technologies with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, market conditions and feedback on new information.
 
Communication Skills:
Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely. Ability to communicate effectively with different stakeholders, including development teams, marketing, sales, and executives.

Analytical Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Comfortable with data-driven decision-making and the ability to interpret and act on relevant metrics. Attention to detail in both the planning and execution phases of product development. Thoroughness in understanding and documenting product requirements.

Risk Management:
Proactive identification and mitigation of potential risks associated with product development and launch. Comfort with taking calculated risks to achieve strategic objectives.

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