Product Manager

Job purpose

Development of medical services platform. As a product manager, you will lead the development and execution of a digital waste management platform. You will combine product management expertise with strong project management skills to ensure efficient team coordination, timely delivery, and alignment with the organization's sustainability goals.

Description

• Define the product vision and roadmap in alignment with the mission to digitize waste management.
• Identify market trends, user needs, and industry regulations to inform product development.
• Engage with waste pickers, collection centers, recyclers, and other stakeholders to gather and prioritize requirements.
• Act as the bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure clear communication and shared understanding.
• Oversee the design and development of the mobile application, back-end systems, and dashboards.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to ensure user-friendly interfaces for diverse user groups.
• Plan, track, and manage the execution of product development initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of milestones and goals.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, keeping stakeholders informed.
• Partner with operations teams to understand waste management workflows and identify automation opportunities.
• Drive the development of features that enhance waste traceability, reporting, and compliance.
• Define KPIs to measure product and project success, including operational efficiency and user satisfaction.
• Analyze user feedback and system data to continuously improve product performance.
• Ensure the product complies with industry standards and local regulations for waste management.
• Develop reporting tools to support clients in achieving sustainability goals and legal compliance.

Requirements

Qualifications, experience, competencies and decision-making authority

Knowledge and skills:

Education: Bachelor's degree in environmental science, business administration, computer science, or a related field. MBA or PMP certification is a plus.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in product management, preferably in sustainability, clean tech, or logistics platforms.
• Proven project management experience, including leading teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on customer-centric solutions.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, Trello, or Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of waste management operations or circular economy principles is an advantage.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in mobile and web application development workflows.
• Experience with data visualization tools and dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Dundas BI).
• Understanding of APIs and system integrations is a plus.