eTranzact is Africa’s premier e-payments solution provider delivering electronic transaction switching and payment processing solutions across POS, web, mobile, ATMs and cards.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Product Manager
Location: Nigeria
Details
We are looking for an experienced Product Manager, to function as part of the Product Development team.
This individual will be passionate about building products that customers love.
This individual will be joining a fast-paced environment and work with cross-functional teams to design, build and roll-out products that deliver the company’s vision and strategy.
This individual must possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy; a big picture vision, and the drive to make that vision a reality.
You must enjoy spending time in the market to understand their problems, and find innovative solutions for the broader market.
Responsibilities
Under direction of the Head of Products, is responsible for Managing the entire product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities
Assists the Head of Products in working with business line managers, clients & partners, and the eTranzact’s technology team to develop product scope of work documents and plans
Supports the planning, management, delivery and testing of products to a wide variety of business units, clients and programs
Takes ownership of product ensuring that all products are delivered to highest quality standards
Brings new products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs; Gain a deep understanding of customer experience, identify and fill product gaps and generate new ideas that grow market share, improve customer experience and drive growth
Assesses market competition by comparing the company's product to competitors' products; Be an expert with respect to the competition
Creates buy-in for the product vision both internally and with key external partners
Delivers MRDs and PRDs with prioritized features/activities and corresponding justification based on business and customer impact; Translate product strategy into detailed requirements and prototypes
Works with an engineering counterpart to define product release requirements. Supports Product Strategy and roadmap definition
Drives a solution set across development teams (primarily
Development/Engineering, and Marketing Communications) through market requirements, product contract, and positioning
Works closely with engineering teams to deliver with quick time-to-market and optimal resources
Drive product launches including working with public relations team, executives, and other product management team members
Act as a product evangelist to build awareness and understanding
Evaluate promotional plans to ensure that they are consistent with product line strategy and that the message is effectively conveyed.
Qualifications
MS/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent preferred
Masters or MBA will be an added advantage.
3+ years of Solid Product Management experience
Proven track record of managing all aspects of a successful product throughout its lifecycle
Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in
software development and web technologies Knowledge and experience of the payments industry is an advantage
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Project Manager certification and Project Management Skills
Experience in managing QA processes
Experience with process improvement projects
Experience in building, testing frameworks and tools