Senior Product Manager at Wakanow

Wakanow is Africa's leading, full-service online travel company. At Wakanow, we understand that everyone likes easy and affordable travel services, so we provide our customers with a one-stop booking portal for Flights, Hotels, Visa Assistance, Holiday Packages, Airport Transfers, an international Travel SIM, a Prepaid Travel Card, a Loyalty program, and much more.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Product Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Description

• Develop and communicate a clear product strategy that aligns with the company's overall goals and objectives. Define and articulate the product vision, taking into consideration market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Create and manage a comprehensive product roadmap that outlines the features, enhancements, and updates to be delivered over time. Prioritize features based on business impact, customer value, and technical feasibility.
• Gather and document detailed product requirements, user stories, and use cases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a shared understanding of the product's scope and functionality.
• Work closely with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and other teams to drive product development. Foster effective communication and collaboration to ensure alignment and successful execution.
• Embrace Agile methodologies and work with development teams to iteratively deliver high-quality products. Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and other Agile ceremonies.
• Advocate for the needs of the end-users and ensure that user feedback and insights are integrated into the product development process. Conduct user research, usability testing, and market analysis to inform product decisions.
• Lead product launches and coordinate go-to-market strategies. Develop marketing collateral, sales enablement materials, and other assets to support the successful introduction of new products or features.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the product. Monitor and analyze product metrics, user engagement, and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Continuously iterate on the product based on user feedback and data insights. Identify areas for optimization, enhancements, and new features to drive ongoing product evolution.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior product managers and other team members. Share best practices, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to the overall growth of the product management team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management, preferably with a focus on software, technology, or digital products.
• Strong understanding of product development methodologies, including Agile.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and insights to make informed decisions.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align product efforts with business goals.
• Experience with market research, user testing, and customer validation. Proven track record of successful product launches and lifecycle management.
• Leadership skills to drive cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.

Salary
Competitive

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.