Senior Product Manager – Payments Solutions, Johannesburg

Senior Product Manager – Payments Solutions

Location: Linbro Park, Johannesburg

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Product Manager to lead the strategy, development, and optimisation of innovative payment products and solutions. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of digital payments, drive product innovation, and deliver customer-focused solutions in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and manage the payments product roadmap and strategic vision

• Identify market opportunities, customer needs, and emerging payment trends

• Conduct market and competitor analysis to drive innovation

• Translate business objectives into impactful product solutions

• Manage the full product lifecycle from ideation to commercialisation

• Drive product launches and ecosystem growth initiatives

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful delivery

• Lead and mentor product management teams

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

• Postgraduate qualification in Product Management, Agile, or Business Analysis advantageous

• 8+ years in product, strategy, or innovation roles (fintech/payments/banking preferred)

• In-depth knowledge of acquiring transaction processing (card-present & card-not-present)

• Proven track record in delivering commercially viable client solutions

• Skilled in product lifecycle management, go-to-market execution, and financial performance management

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools (Scrum, Kanban, JIRA)

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with customer-focused mindset

• Strong communicator with influence and negotiation skills

• Results-driven, resilient, and adaptable

• Excellent leadership and collaboration abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Collaborative and inclusive work culture

• Professional development opportunities

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