Assistant Product Manager at Simba Group of Companies

The Simba Group which started operations in 1988, is a conglomerate having a Pan-Nigeria presence and business interests in some other most dynamic sectors in the economy. The Group is a dominant player in the transportation, power products and IT-enabled service sectors which are critical to the sustained growth of the Nigerian Economy. The corporate vision of the Group is to provide innovative and quality products along with excellent aftersales service to our customers. The activities of the Group are guided by strong value systems built around Integrity, Innovation, Openness, and Consistency.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Product Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Assistant Product Manager to support our product management team. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in engineering and a passion for marketing. This role will provide exposure to both market-facing and office-based responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Research & Analysis: Spend 50% of your time in the market to gather insights on customer needs, industry trends, and competitor activities.
• Product Development Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and sales, to drive product development and ensure alignment with market demands.
• Marketing Strategy: Assist in developing and executing marketing strategies that align with business objectives.
• Product Launch: Help in planning and executing product launches, coordinating between teams to ensure successful product introduction.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor product performance and customer feedback to suggest improvements and updates.
• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their needs and provide product-related support.

Requirements
Education Qualifications

• Must-Have: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Should Have a postgraduate degree in Marketing.

Experience:

• Fresh Marketing graduates
• Previous experience in product management or marketing will be an added advantage.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
• Willingness to spend 50% of the time in the market.
• Strong inclination towards fieldwork and market engagement.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated, with a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Flexible and open to travel as needed.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.