Junior Product Manager - CPT

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Junior Product Manager

syntech.erecruit.co

Closing Date	2026/06/08
Reference Number	SYN260511-3
Job Title	Junior Product Manager
Job Type	Permanent
Business Unit	Syntech Cape Town
Division	Back Office
Department	Procurement
Number of Positions	1
Location - Town / City	Cape Town
Location - Province	Western Cape
Location - Country	South Africa
Minimum Education Level	Grade 12 | National Certificate
Job Category	Logistics
Job Advert Summary	We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Junior Product Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Junior Product Manager, you will play a crucial role in defining and driving the success of our products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including vendors, design, marketing, and sales, to ensure the development and delivery of high-quality products that meet customer needs and business objectives. The candidate must have a wealth of knowledge about technology products, be able to analyse market trends, develop sales strategy, and increase revenue across key brands.
Minimum Requirements	Matric or National Senior Certificate. Trustworthy and reliable. 2-3 years of experience in the IT industry. Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in product management. Punctual and committed to meeting deadlines. Proactive and efficient in time management. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Excellent problem-solving skills. Well-organized and skilled in prioritization. Willingness to seek clarification and escalate challenges when needed. Maintains professionalism and ensures confidentiality. Effective organizational and planning skills. Exhibits a professional attitude. Proficiency in Excel is essential. Works well under pressure. Flexibility for travel is required.
Duties and Responsibilities	Handling and inputting purchase orders into the system. Verify prices and product codes. Assist sales team with general inquiries. Follow up with vendors to ensure shipment readiness. Facilitate communication and relay feedback between relevant departments. Handle high volumes of calls and emails, providing prompt responses. Support sales by providing shipment updates. Monitor stock quantities and place planned orders. Provide technical support for product setup. Stay updated on market trends and identify target market segments. Generate weekly sell-out reports and assist in forecasting. Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key accounts. Collaborate closely with international vendors. Update selling prices of key brands on a weekly basis. Receive support from Account Managers in daily processes. Establish and nurture relationships with new and existing clients, employing strong communication and presentation skills. Attend regular meetings with clients. Adhere to Syntech’s core values. Develop plans for introducing new products across regions and channels. Accompany sales team on pre-sales visits to strategic customers. Manage products throughout their lifecycle. Ensure monthly targets for grouped brands and age targets are achieved. Conduct brand training for sales teams and customers.