New Product Development Manager (in Kenya)

  • Full-time
  • Kenya

Description


What you will do:

 

  • Develop and test new product ideas and lead the implementation
  • Develop MVPs -> test fast -> fail -> repeat. Until you find what works!
  • Full ownership of product KPIs, understand and track unit economics 
  • Identify target segments, value proposition, and pricing  
  • Develop go-to-market plan
  • Monitor market and competitors, and provide market insights to company’s management 
  • Initiate and implement marketing campaigns incl., digital marketing 
  • Lead the development of new sales channels 
  • Regularly track and analyze key metrics (including the performance of sales teams, conversion rates, and turnaround times), as well, identify and implement improvements
  • Identify technology improvements (e.g., app for customers or sales reps.), prepare requirements, and lead the development from the business side

 

What you will need:

 

  • Start-up mindset with a focus on delivering business results 
  • Ambition, hungriness for success, drive to achieve targets 
  • Strong analytical skills (ability to analyze financial and operational performance)  
  • Ability to work independently 
  • Willingness to travel 
  • Fluent in English
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Hands-on approach to work with ability to build from scratch & scale up quickly

 

With us you will get:

 

  • An adventure of a lifetime
  • Housing allowance
  • Travel allowance
  • Private medical insurance
  • Results-oriented bonus system
  • Friendly and dynamic work environment
  • Excellent opportunity to assist in building a business
  • Opportunity for personal and professional development
  • Open feedback culture
  • Lead change and make an impact without being burdened by bureaucracy
  • Be part of a professional multicultural team
  • Discover & enjoy Africa