Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a Product Director. Responsible for the ongoing development, global implementation, and product life cycle of our company Solution; hardware and cloud software, in the multiple retail industry. To provide direction for all products and solutions and to direct global project teams who support Sales via channel partners and other stakeholders.

Creation of standard cost models with Finance/procurement teams and implement a global pricing strategy for complex solution sales through the OEM, Reseller and Distribution channel

Working closely with Customer Relations and Sales teams across Nigeria, West and East Africa region

Accountable for the GM and GP

Value proposition definition

Capturing market information and customer voice

Linking with other ‘like’ companies within the cash handling eco system to maximise innovation and enhance value add

Creation of compelling technical and value proposition decks for customers and partners

Forging relationships with the customer reselling channel

Building critical relationships with Engineering, Sales, Production and Marketing Managing end to end product lifecycle

Defining features and extensions to NPI – defining hardware and software roadmaps

Overseeing the Technical Project Management function for the implementation of the technology in retail stores and creation of the business case and ROI

EXPERIENCE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

Proven experience working in a matrix organisation

Proven experience of creating business cases and ROI models for retailers

Proven experience and technical understanding of implementing software interfaces and hardware peripheral in the POS space

10+ year experience in a senior management role with responsibility for product management (Grocery and Hospitality retails are preferable)

Proven experience of streamlining product cost and generating market growth

Successfully managed products (hardware and/or software) through the product life cycle; birth, maturity, decline to EOL

Experience in software interface architecture

Experience in data management and analytics

Experience in product/technology consultation with external partners,

Skilled in turning user requirements into business logic and product customisations,

Experience in defining and/or customising intuitive cash handling user interfaces

Demonstrated organisation and prioritisation skills

Strong people management skills

 Please forward your updated and comprehensive resume in Word Format to: info@crystalblendng.com