Product Manager

The Product Manager is responsible for driving the commercial success and lifecycle management of assigned ASUS product categories within South Africa.

This role serves as the key link between regional headquarters, sales, marketing, supply chain, distributors, retailers, e-commerce partners, and internal stakeholders to maximize revenue, profitability, market share, and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate is highly analytical, commercially driven, and passionate about technology and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Portfolio Management

• Manage the full product lifecycle from product introduction through end-of-life.
• Develop and implement local product strategies aligned with global and regional business objectives.
• Maintain optimal product mix, pricing, positioning, and profitability.
• Ensure competitive product offerings based on market demands and industry trends.
• Drive effective inventory planning and lifecycle management.

Business Planning & Performance Management

• Own revenue, profit, market share, and inventory targets for assigned product categories.
• Develop annual business plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly sales projections.
• Monitor business performance and recommend actions to improve results.
• Analyze sales trends, customer demand, and market opportunities.
• Conduct pricing analysis and profitability assessments.

Go-To-Market Strategy & Execution

• Lead product launch planning and execution.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure launch readiness.
• Develop product positioning, key selling points, and value propositions.
• Support the creation of sales tools, training materials, and product presentations.
• Ensure consistent execution of product strategies across all channels.

Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis

• Monitor industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities.
• Identify growth opportunities and emerging technology trends.
• Provide regular market insights and business recommendations to management.
• Evaluate customer feedback and market requirements to influence future product planning.

Channel & Partner Management

• Work closely with distributors, retailers, e-tailers, and business partners to drive sales growth.
• Support key account teams with product planning, promotions, and business opportunities.
• Ensure effective channel inventory management and sales execution.
• Assist in developing channel strategies to increase market penetration.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Marketing on product campaigns, launch activities, digital marketing initiatives, and promotional programs.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations teams to ensure product availability and inventory optimization.
• Work closely with Finance to support forecasting, budgeting, and profitability objectives.
• Support Sales teams with product knowledge, customer presentations, and business development initiatives.

Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual business reviews.
• Provide accurate forecasting and demand planning inputs.
• Deliver actionable insights through data analysis and reporting.
• Present category performance and recommendations to management.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in Product Management, Category Management, Business Development, Marketing, or related commercial roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with sales channels, distributors, retailers, or e-commerce partners.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred

• Experience within the PC, Consumer Electronics, Technology, or IT industry.
• Knowledge of AI PCs, computing technologies, consumer electronics, and emerging technology trends.
• Experience working within multinational or matrix organizations.
• Familiarity with forecasting, inventory planning, and business intelligence tools.

Key Competencies

• Commercial Acumen
• Strategic Thinking
• Data Analysis & Business Insights
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Planning & Organization
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Innovation Mindset

Success in this role will be measured through:

• Revenue achievement
• Gross profit achievement
• Market share growth
• Forecast accuracy
• Inventory health and turnover
• Product launch execution
• Channel performance
• Operational efficiency
• Business plan delivery
• Overall category growth and profitability

ASUS is an innovative technology leader delivering the world’s most comprehensive AI solutions across Infrastructure, Physical AI, AI PC/Devices, and Engineering the AI Advantage. Guided by its “Ubiquitous AI. Incredible Possibilities” strategy, ASUS is bringing enterprise-to-edge AI to life. The ASUS portfolio also includes the ROG and ProArt sub-brands, which serve gamers and creators worldwide.