Product Manager at Vodacom

May 5, 2011 | Posted by admin | 885 views

Reference Number:6674/CK/ProdMan/KM/0511/Mid
Job Title: Product Manager
Location: Midrand
Job Level: 4 (Lower)
Reports To:Portfolio Manager
Advert release date:05 May 2011
No. of Positions Available: 1
Response Deadline:12/5/2011
Objectives:
To Develop and manage the Emerging Market Portfolio – Product & Services that seeks to fulfil the ever changing consumer needs and preference. Emerging Market Propositions may include Prepaid Voice, Data and Value Added Services
Key Outputs:
Product Strategy:

Understand the evolving trends in the consumer Emerging Market and ensure that relevant products & services and tariff propositions are developed to meet these needs.
Compile a strategy and implementation roadmap for the Emerging Market based on market needs.

Product Development & Maintenance :

Analyse, build and manage a portfolio of consumer Emerging Market products & services and tariffs including promotional offerings that address the segment needs.
Conceptualise new consumer product offerings based on emerging market requirements and ensure that said products are delivered to market.
Initiate pro-active and corrective actions as required to ensure product performance.
Monitor and measure the portfolio performance in accordance with the metrics agreed upon with the Portfolio Manager and EHOD.

Reporting :

Compile reports on the product performance at the required intervals reflecting all relevant information and make recommendations.
Conduct High level analysis of the product through the various stages in the product life cycle.

Manage Relationships :

Assist relevant departments in selecting and managing emerging market related services including: Product scoping; Continuous product testing
Engage and build relationships with key stakeholders to illicit requirements and ensure commercial viability of products in relevant emerging market channels.
Assist with the customer sales engagement to help grow and close the opportunities.
Provide expert knowledge of consumer eco-systems, market drivers and industry developments specific to the Emerging Market segment. Understand how these impact target market in their purchasing decisions.
Execute agreed Go-To-Market plans with key stakeholders and channels. Liaise with stakeholders in creation of sales collateral, presentation material, customer case studies, and sales channel training.
Competencies:
Skills:

Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Numeracy Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Analytical Skills
Networking Skills
Negotiation Skills
Innovative
Persuasive

Knowledge:

In-depth understanding of consumer Prepaid Voice (Tariffs), Data Products and Value Added Services, tariffs and competitor offerings.
In-depth understanding of Emerging Market consumer environment, challenges and opportunities in respect of Prepaid Voice (Tariffs), Data Products and Value Added Services.
Proven track record in developing and managing products
Knowledge of Prepaid Voice (Tariffs), Data Products and Value Added Services and platforms
Knowledge of GSM standards and networks
Contract Management
Advanced level of knowledge of competitive consumer offerings relevant to the Emerging Market Segment.

Competencies:

Deciding and Initiating Action
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
Analysing
Formulating Strategies and Concepts
Persuading and Influencing
Relating and Networking
Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
Requirements:
Matric essential
Completed relevant 3 year Commercial or Technical qualification essential
Relevant 5 years experience in prepaid voice support and product management OR Data product support and product management experience.

Matric essential plus relevant certificate/courses
Relevant 8 years experience in prepaid voice support and product management OR Data product support and product management experience.
Other:
Irregular/ Long Hours
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**PLEASE NOTE: CV’s that are submitted without a full and comprehensive work history will not be considered for this position**
Employment Equity:
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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