Junior Product Manager (Marketplace)

Takealot.com

Location

Cape Town

Posted

13 days ago

Department

Takealot.com Product

What they actually want (must-haves)

Relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (Information Systems/Computer Science/Engineering/Commerce) with at least 3 years of experience in product management/owner, business analysis, or a related role
Proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment
Strong commercial acumen with analytical capabilities
Proficient in SQL for data analysis
Strong project management and communication skills
Experience with the development process

Nice to have

Experience in an agile/iterative project management and development environment
Experience in an e-commerce environment

What the job really is

As a Junior Product Manager at Takealot.com, you will define and execute a Technical Product Roadmap to support the Marketplace division's commercial objectives. Your role involves project management throughout the product development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and translating business requirements into technical specifications. You will also measure project success and manage stakeholder communications to ensure timely delivery of projects.

Benefits

Market-related Total Remuneration Package with flexibility
Hybrid working model
Mentorship programme
Access to online learning platforms like MyAcademy, Udacity, and Coursera
Regular social events and activities
Staff discount on products

Things to weigh

No specific salary listed
Fast-paced environment may lead to high pressure
Technical stack includes modern technologies but also requires strong project management skills

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Career value4/5

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