Head of Product

We’re working with an established technology business that builds digital products used at scale across Africa, and they’re looking for a commercially driven Head of Product to lead the growth and commercialisation of its product portfolio.

This is a hands-on, commercial role — more about product commercialisation, monetisation and go-to-market than high-level strategy. You’ll own the commercial success of the portfolio, shape compelling value propositions, and lead a team of product managers.

What you’ll do
• Own product commercial strategy and portfolio management
• Shape product-market positioning, pricing and monetisation
• Develop and execute go-to-market strategy, launching and scaling products
• Drive product-market fit, sales enablement and commercial performance
• Lead portfolio prioritisation and product governance, keeping the focus on high-impact opportunities
• Lead and grow a team of product managers, fostering a customer-centric, commercially focused culture

What you’ll bring
• 8+ years in product management, product marketing, commercial management or business development
• 3+ years in a senior leadership role accountable for commercial performance
• A proven track record developing and executing go-to-market strategies and delivering revenue growth
• Experience with pricing, proposition development and product monetisation
• Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking and stakeholder influence
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, IT or a related field

Advantageous
• Experience commercialising and scaling digital products across Sub-Saharan Africa — in mobile, telecoms, fintech or technology
• Experience working in one or more African markets outside South Africa

Working model
Hybrid in Cape Town — two days a week in the office. Occasional travel within Africa (including on a quarterly basis) may be required.

Apply via AES Global.