Marketing New Product Development and Management

Industry: Telecommunications

Position:  Marketing 

New Product Development & Management

Type: Full-time position

Location: Windhoek, Namibia

This well established telecommunications company whose customer service is unequalled in Africa has a vacancy in their passionate and professional operational team in Windhoek. Digital infrastructure investment within seven African countries. (Angola, Botswana, DRC, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zambia). The business' extended network provides a satellite connectivity-focused service in more than 35 African countries to a magnitude of customer satellite connections across Africa. This group's footprint extends beyond Africa to international PoPs."

Roles and Responsibilities

• Product Development and Management
• Market and Consumer/Business Insights
• Go-To-Market Strategy
• Customer Acquisition, Retention, and Business Development
• Product Performance and Lifecycle Management
• Executive Communication and Thought Leadership:
• Establish thought leadership in the telecommunications space by contributing to industry forums, events, and publications.

Skills, Competencies & Attributes

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative product propositions that meet the needs of diverse consumer and business segments.
• In-depth knowledge of the telecommunications industry, including relevant systems, technologies (LTE, 5G, FTTH, FTTB, VoIP, etc.), and consumer/business trends.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to conduct market research, competitor analysis, and consumer/business insights to inform product development strategies.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and ensure successful product launches.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage senior executives and stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Data-driven approach, with the ability to leverage data and insights to make informed decisions and develop compelling product propositions.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of financial concepts, including pricing, margins, and ROI analysis.
• Creativity and innovation, with the ability to think outside the box and develop unique product offerings that differentiate the company from competitors.
• Customer-centric focus, with a deep understanding of customer needs and preferences, and a commitment to delivering high-quality services and experiences.
• Adaptability and flexibility, with the ability to adjust product strategies in response to changing market conditions and consumer/business demands.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams towards successful product development and launch.
• Passion for staying up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in product development and management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of product management experience in the telecommunications industry, with a strong focus on both consumer and business products and services.
• Deep understanding of telecommunications technologies, LTE, 5G, FTTH, FTTB, data centre services, VoIP, etc.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing products that drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction in both consumer and business segments.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior executives effectively.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Drivers License



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Closing Date: 14th August 2024

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.