Location: Woodmead branchDepartment: ProductReports to: Business Unit Manager - HP Job Type: Permanent Purpose of the Role This position is a Product Manager role responsible for managing assigned LFP HP Print categories within the business. The incumbent will be accountable for driving product performance, maintaining vendor relationships, supporting sales teams, and ensuring the successful execution of product strategies. The role is ideal for a candidate seeking growth and development within a fast-paced and analytical environment, and will require strong financial acumen and organizational capability. Key Responsibilities Product & Brand Management Manage overall performance of assigned HP Print categories, including forecasting, pricing, stock planning, and ensuring availability. Present product strategies, business plans, and quarterly targets to internal stakeholders and vendor counterparts. Meet vendor expectations, reporting requirements, and contractual obligations. Financial & Business Acumen Develop and maintain pricing models, margin structures, and promotional proposals. Track and manage profitability, rebates, claims, and budget adherence. Analyse performance trends and take proactive action to maintain growth. Work with Sales Account Managers to drive HP Print category sales in order to achieve revenue targets. Provide product training, product roadmaps, and competitive insights to internal and external sales teams. Operations & Stock Control Ensure optimal stock health by monitoring aged inventory, forecasting needs, and recommending corrective action. Manage SKU lifecycle, including onboarding of new products and EOL processes. Maintain strong vendor relationships, ensuring alignment with brand strategy, market requirements, and commercial targets. Work closely with marketing teams to support brand visibility, campaigns, and channel enablement. Education and Experience Grade 12. 3 - 5 year's experience in the same or similar role, or 2 years experience within Tarsus. Product Certification (advantageous). Technical Skills and Knowledge Brand specific knowledge of product and processes. Graphics and Large Format Print Market Knowledge Excellent verbal and written skills. Good understanding of the ICT industry and the ability to keep up with Technology and Industry Developments. Proficient in MS office suite, specifically advanced skills in Excel. Strong planning and organising skills. Technology certified – carry all vendor certifications. Behavioural Skills Ability to build effective internal and external relationships. Ability to cope with stress. Ability to manage and deal with conflict. Ability to take own initiative. Ability to work under pressure. Conscientious and Deadline driven. Financially literate. Enthusiastically productive. Polite and professional conduct. Process and rule driven. Strong customer orientation. Recognise opportunities for change. Team Player. Working Conditions Office-based with standard business hours (some flexibility may be required). May be required to work overtime occasionally depending on business needs. Additional Reliable transport.. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Product Manager Hp Lfp - Jhb - #657-01
TARSUS TECHNOLOGY GROUP
johannesburg, johannesburg
Published 17 days ago
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