Manager: Product Management at Telkom

Core Description    
Responsible for managing the product portfolio, including gap analysis, development, product enhancement, execution and reporting for Telkom Consumer (Consumer and Small Business Mobile & Fixed) including interactions with SMBS/BCX for business mobile solutions. Responsibilities include financial and market share performance of Mobile Data/ Voice products through the effective and efficient management of the elements of the marketing mix. Responsible for the Product Life Cycle from Launch to Retirement stage. Monitor Product performance and identify Performance Gaps.
Competencies    
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Business Plan; Marketing; Financial Management; Marketing Procedures; Administrative Procedures; Business Acumen; Product Lifecycle Management; Product/ Technology Environment & Trends; Market/ Competitor Environment & Trends; Operational Plan

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Presentation Techniques; Administration; Analytical; Marketing Techniques; Computer Applications; Project Management; Negotiation Techniques; Decision Making; Report Writing Techniques; Financial Analysis; Creative and Innovating

ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Cost Conscious; Goal Orientated; Innovative; Committed; Punctual; Proactive; Customer Focus; Team Player; Communicating with Impact; Values aligned to Telkom's values (CHART)
Job Responsibilities    
- Manage the product portfolio as well as Specialist(s) in the portfolio reporting to the Manager: Product Management
- Conduct marketing and competitive research
- Compile new product concepts
- Compile Business Case for new products or product enhancements
- Compile Product Description
- Prepare marketing briefs and training content
- Manage the new product introduction process end to end
- Manage the Go to Market plan
- Manage the technical implementation of new products and product enhancements
- Ensure operational readiness of products
- Manage the product lifecycle and produce Management Reports
Required Certification    
None
Qualifications    

• Relevant 3 year Degree/ Diploma (at least NQF level 6), preferably in Marketing

Experience    

• 5 years product management experience, in a Telecoms or IT related field

Special Requirements    

• Valid driver's license
• Willing to work long hours