Head of Product

Roles and responsibilities

• Gather business requirements, leverage industry insights, and work with cross-functional teams to shape and execute the product roadmap.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure the product vision meets both user needs and overall business objectives.
• Monitor product performance through key metrics like user adoption, engagement, and operational impact to drive optimisation.
• Analyze data to uncover opportunities for product enhancements that boost factory performance and align with business goals.
• Evaluate new project proposals and track value realisation, communicating outcomes to stakeholders.
• Provide mentoring and leadership to ensure the team aligns with company policies and objectives.
  
  

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelors of Engineering in one of the disciplines (Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical, Chemical or Software)
• A minimum of 12+ years of experience, with a preference for at least 3 years in the manufacturing industry
• Extensive experience in managing the full lifecycle of data product development, particularly within digital transformation initiatives.
• Proven expertise in delivering products for Industrial Automation and Control systems..
• Skilled in creating product storyboards, wireframes, refining backlogs, writing user stories, and defining acceptance criteria.
• Strong collaborator across cross-functional teams, including technology, business, and design, to ensure seamless product development.
  

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work with one of the largest entities in the region
• Competitive salary and tax free earnings

Desired candidate profile

1. Product Strategy Development: Defining and executing the overall product vision and strategy in alignment with the company’s goals and market opportunities.

2. Market Research: Conducting thorough market analysis and customer research to identify trends, needs, and potential gaps in the market.

3. Product Roadmap: Creating and maintaining a product roadmap that outlines the timeline for product development and feature releases.

4. Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborating with various departments, including engineering, marketing, sales, and customer support, to ensure cohesive product development and launch processes.

5. Team Management: Leading and mentoring product management teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.

6. Stakeholder Communication: Communicating product vision and updates to senior management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and buy-in.

7. Performance Metrics: Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate product success and inform future development.

8. Customer Feedback: Gathering and analyzing customer feedback to guide product enhancements and ensure customer satisfaction.

9. Budget Management: Overseeing the product budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently to achieve product goals.

10. Risk Management: Identifying potential risks in product development and market introduction, implementing strategies to mitigate them.

Key Skills:

1. Product Management Expertise: In-depth knowledge of product management methodologies and best practices.

2. Strategic Thinking: Strong ability to think strategically about product direction and market positioning.

3. Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing data and market trends to inform product decisions.

4. Leadership: Proven leadership skills to inspire and manage teams, fostering a collaborative work environment.

5. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively conveying product vision and strategy to diverse audiences.

6. Technical Acumen: Understanding of the technical aspects of product development, including software development processes and tools.

7. Customer-Centric Mindset: Strong focus on understanding customer needs and delivering value through products.