13 Agile Product Owner jobs in Nigeria

Product Management Tutor

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Lagos, Lagos NGN1200000 - NGN3600000 Y WALE UNIVERSITY

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Wale University: Product Management Tutor

Wale University is an Open and Distance Learning institution dedicated to transforming education in Africa through innovation and Christ-centered leadership. We are seeking a Product Management Tutor to create high-quality pre-recorded video tutorials for our students.

Role Overview

The Product Management Tutor will create engaging and informative pre-recorded video tutorials to support students in our product management courses. The ideal candidate will have expertise in product management and be able to communicate complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create high-quality pre-recorded video tutorials on product management topics (e.g., product development, market analysis, product launch, and lifecycle management)

  • Develop and record video content that aligns with our course curriculum

  • Ensure video content is engaging, informative, and relevant to students' needs

  • Collaborate with faculty and instructional designers to develop video content

  • Record and edit video tutorials to ensure high-quality production

What We're Looking For

  • Strong background in product management, with experience in creating educational content

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

  • Ability to break down complex concepts into clear and concise video tutorials

  • Familiarity with product management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, product roadmapping)

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

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Product Management Tutor

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Lagos, Lagos NGN900000 - NGN1200000 Y Gurugeeks Royalty Limited

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We are seeking a talented and motivated Product Management tutor to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing guidance, support, and mentorship to individuals looking to enhance their skills in Product Management.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact by empowering aspiring professionals to achieve their goals and advance in their careers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop personalized learning plans tailored to the specific goals, backgrounds, and learning styles of each student.
  • Provide constructive feedback on student projects and assignments to help them refine their product management skills and achieve their learning objectives.
  • Stay current with the latest developments and trends in product management, including methodologies like Agile, Scrum, and Lean, and incorporate relevant industry insights into the tutoring curriculum.
  • Mentor students in areas such as product strategy, roadmapping, user research, and product lifecycle management, fostering critical thinking and strategic decision-making skills.
  • Cultivate a supportive and collaborative learning environment that encourages curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Track student progress, assess learning outcomes, and provide regular reports to management on the effectiveness of the tutoring program.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
  • Proven experience working as a tutor or in the field of Product Management.
  • Deep understanding of product management principles, frameworks, and best practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Job Type: Contract

Contract length: 6 months

Education:

  • Higher National Diploma (Preferred)
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Director of Product Management

106104 Agbowa, Lagos Initiate International

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Permanent

This is a remote position.

Who We Are

A fast-growing, innovative financial ecosystem empowering businesses with cutting-edge payment, banking, credit, and management solutions. Known for disrupting the industry, this company is a leader in the African fintech space.

About the Role

The product team is a customer-obsessed, data-driven group committed to delivering innovative, intuitive solutions. They combine technical expertise with a passion for creating user-friendly products that drive real impact.

This role offers the freedom to innovate while using data to guide decisions. If you’re entrepreneurial and commercially focused, you’ll thrive in this environment, leading a team dedicated to shaping the future of fintech.

Job Purpose

As the Director of Product Management , you will oversee the entire product lifecycle—from concept to performance. Leading a cross-functional team of engineers, QAs, designers, and compliance experts, you’ll deliver products that not only meet customer needs but exceed expectations.

You’ll be the key advocate for the customer, balancing external requirements with internal and regulatory needs.

Responsibilities

Own the product’s KPIs, ensuring targets are met and exceeded. Lead a high-performance team, driving efficiency and innovation. Conduct in-depth user research to uncover customer needs and market opportunities. Work closely with engineering to deliver impactful solutions that align with customer demands. Use data-driven insights to continually optimize the product. Collaborate with marketing on go-to-market strategies and campaigns. Ensure product health by addressing technical challenges and managing debt. Requirements

Skills & Experience

8+ years of product management experience, ideally within fintech or technology. Proven success in leading cross-functional teams and achieving business outcomes. Expertise in user research, data analysis, and roadmapping. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

What We Offer

Culture : A people-first, inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is heard. Growth : Continuous learning opportunities, with regular training and knowledge-sharing. Compensation : Competitive salary, pension, health insurance, annual bonus, and additional perks.

If you’re a visionary leader passionate about transforming the financial landscape and driving innovative solutions, we want to hear from you. Join our client as the Director of Product Management  in shaping the next wave of fintech excellence and make a lasting impact. Apply now and be a part of a dynamic team that’s redefining the industry!

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Director of Product Management at Moniepoint

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NGN1500000 - NGN4500000 Y Jobgam

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Director of Product Management at Moniepoint
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Product & Project Management

Rest of Nigeria (Nationwide)

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Job Description/Requirements

JOB TITLE: Director of Product Management

Job Details

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  • Product at Moniepoint is an inspired, customer-centric community, dedicated to crafting solutions that redefine our industry. We are obsessed with the user experience of our customers in crafting intuitive, innovative easy-to-use solutions for our businesses.
  • We listen to the needs and desires of our customers constantly and uncover their pain points while using our products. We love entrepreneurial, technically-minded but commercially focused people and we reward them with freedom of expression and autonomy.
  • We also make business decisions based on the large streams of data we receive daily, so we work daily with big data, perform data analytics and build models to cut through the noise and give our customers the best experience.

Job Purpose

  • Director of Product Management is a highly prominent role at Moniepoint. They are responsible for building a product, running it, and owning its performance from start to finish of the product's lifecycle.
  • Your product will have set KPIs with goals to achieve. You will be directly responsible for achieving these goals.
  • You will have a team directly reporting to you to help you achieve your goals, which will include Engineering Managers, Software Engineers, QAs, Designers, and individuals representing Compliance and Finance.
  • At Moniepoint the customer is a major stakeholder. You will be acutely close to the customer and build products around their specific needs.
  • You will also need to build for internal and regulatory considerations when the situation demands it.
  • It is your job as Director of Product Management to represent the customer in all internal interactions, and balance the needs of all internal and external stakeholders for prioritisation.

Responsibilities

Management:

  • Take ownership of the KPIs, and achieve associated goals for the product.
  • Prioritise and execute initiatives to achieve the product's goals in the fastest and most efficient way possible.
  • Provide highly effective management to each of the individuals in your team, to drive maximum performance.

User Discovery

  • Create, plan and execute user research to drive business outcomes.
  • Systematically create and explore opportunities and solutions for ideas that solve customer problems, deeply understanding the competitive context and data underpinning the product.
  • Gain a deep understanding of customer experience, identify and fill product gaps and generate new ideas that grow market share, improve customer stickiness and increase revenue.

Product Development

  • Ensure any initiatives taken forward to build are clearly defined and tested, such that engineering resources are focused on building, optimising and maintaining products that deliver maximum impact.
  • Ensure the product being delivered is in line with the customer's current and future expected requirements.

Product Analytics

  • Define, set up and monitor key product KPIs and goals in line with the business objectives.
  • Generate insights and recommendations based on product usage and act upon them to optimise the product through its full lifecycle.

Other

  • Constantly be on the lookout for ways to improve monitoring, discover issues and deliver better value to the customer.
  • Work closely with technical teams to manage technical debt, deal with technical issues and ensure the ongoing technical health of the company.
  • Work closely with marketing in designing awareness, sales and go to market campaigns.

Requirements

  • The candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree. We have a strong preference for candidates with degrees in a technical field.
  • The candidate must have 8+ years of experience, of which 5+ must be directly in product management.
  • The candidate must have worked in dynamic, high-growth tech or finance environments, with experience managing technical products and cross-functional teams.
  • The candidate must have shown clear evidence of self-driven entrepreneurialism.
  • Domain experience (where applicable- to be advised on a case-by-case basis).

Skills

  • Understanding of web, mobile and backend technologies, and experience having technical discussions with engineering teams.
  • Strong proficiency in gathering data, interpreting it, and using data to prioritise initiatives and get internal buy-in.
  • Expertise in user experience. Preferably within a fintech, banking or technology organisation.
  • The candidate must have worked in clear leadership positions, taking sole ownership for achieving overall business outcomes involving a number of stakeholders- internal and external.
  • Background in product management and user research should include:
  • Experience in creating a roadmap and prioritising in an environment with numerous stakeholders
  • Proficiency in various user research techniques.
  • Proficiency in various user usability testing techniques.
  • Proficiency in various user data analysis tools and techniques.
  • Experience making sense of ambiguous environments, to deliver measurable results through effective problem-solving.

  • Reporting:

  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, combined with strong presentation and public speaking skills.
  • High bandwidth & organisational skills:
  • Strong experience in a dynamic product management role.
  • Ability to efficiently manage and juggle multiple responsibilities.
  • Collaboration:
  • Excellent at communicating complex ideas and owning product narratives
  • Experience in working with several cross-functional teams- engineering, marketing, legal, etc.
  • A collaborative team player, who can lead from the front, but also be willing and able to roll your sleeves up and get your hands dirty.
  • Excellent planning , Problem solving and strategic Thinking skills

What We Can Offer You

  • Culture – We put our people first and prioritise the well-being of every team member. We've built a company where all opinions carry weight and where all voices are heard. We value and respect each other and always look out for one another. Above all, we are human.
  • Learning – We have a learning and development-focused environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing, training, and regular internal technical talks.
  • Compensation – You'll receive an attractive salary, pension, health insurance, annual bonus, plus other benefits.

How To Apply

To apply for the ongoing Moniepoint job recruitment, visit the job APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application

What To Expect In The Hiring Process

  • A preliminary phone call with one of our recruiters.
  • A panel technical interview with existing Directors of Product Management and Business Leaders.
  • A behavioural and technical interview with a member of the Executive team.

Deadline: February 14, 2025

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Product Owner

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Lagos, Lagos NGN1800000 - NGN3600000 Y Enyata

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Enyata - Software Development Company
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Lagos Full Time

IT & Telecoms Confidential

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  • Experience Level : Entry level
  • Experience Length : 2 years
Job Description/Requirements

Work mode: Hybrid (3 days onsite) in Mushin

Job Overview

As the Product Owner, you will be responsible for defining the product vision and managing the product development process. Other responsibilities include supporting the scrum team, managing backlog items, and optimizing the value of the product(s).

You should also be able to lead the product development team toward achieving the vision and mission of the organization.

Job Responsibilities

  • Collaborating with prospective users and clients to understand and anticipate their needs and translate them into product requirements.
  • Determine roadmaps for products in the ideation phase.
  • Managing/Grooming the product backlog and prioritizing them based on changing requirements.
  • Owning the Daily Scrum and Sprint Planning meetings, ensuring that all developers understand the user stories, acceptance criteria and are clear on what needs to be built; Manage the product development team to create a strong-end product.
  • Overseeing all stages of product creation including design and development.
  • Monitoring and evaluating product progress at each stage of the process.
  • Liaising with the product team and end-users to deliver updates.
  • Supervise and advise the scrum team in meeting software expectations.
  • Nurture ideas and solutions to existing customer problems.
  • Communicate effectively with team members to achieve project goals.
  • Participate in Demos and Presentations.
  • Conduct Proper Research before the Commencement of a project.
  • Participating in Scrum meetings and product sprints.
  • Work closely with the scrum team throughout the development process.
  • Schedule and lead meetings to identify issues and fixes for projects.
  • Report to the Product Manager(s)
  • Contribute to sprint planning, Product Journey Maps and feature scoping sessions to help with accurate estimation of resources and timelines.
    All other responsibilities that are relevant and/or related in getting your work done.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or related fields.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience as a Product Owner
  • Experience with user stories, backlog grooming, and tools like Jira/Trello.
  • Strong understanding of Agile & Scrum methodologies.
  • Product Management - Ability to define vision, roadmap, and prioritize features.
  • Stakeholder Management - Effective communication with devs, designers, and execs.
  • Market & User Research - Knowledge of customer needs & competition.
    Basic grasp of APIs, UI/UX, databases.

What We Offer

  • A senior leadership role in a fast-growing, innovation-driven software company.
  • Competitive remuneration and performance-based incentives.
  • Hybrid work environment with flexible policies.
  • Access to high-impact projects with diverse clients across sectors and regions.
    A supportive and collaborative team culture that values excellence, integrity, and growth.

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Product Owner

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Lagos, Lagos NGN6000000 - NGN12000000 Y Enyata - Software Development Company

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Work mode:
 Hybrid (3 days onsite) in Mushin

Job Overview

As the Product Owner, you will be responsible for defining the product vision and managing the product development process. Other responsibilities include supporting the scrum team, managing backlog items, and optimizing the value of the product(s).

You should also be able to lead the product development team toward achieving the vision and mission of the organization.

Job Responsibilities

  • Collaborating with prospective users and clients to understand and anticipate their needs and translate them into product requirements.
  • Determine roadmaps for products in the ideation phase.
  • Managing/Grooming the product backlog and prioritizing them based on changing requirements.
  • Owning the Daily Scrum and Sprint Planning meetings, ensuring that all developers understand the user stories, acceptance criteria and are clear on what needs to be built; Manage the product development team to create a strong-end product.
  • Overseeing all stages of product creation including design and development.
  • Monitoring and evaluating product progress at each stage of the process.
  • Liaising with the product team and end-users to deliver updates.
  • Supervise and advise the scrum team in meeting software expectations.
  • Nurture ideas and solutions to existing customer problems.
  • Communicate effectively with team members to achieve project goals.
  • Participate in Demos and Presentations.
  • Conduct Proper Research before the Commencement of a project.
  • Participating in Scrum meetings and product sprints.
  • Work closely with the scrum team throughout the development process.
  • Schedule and lead meetings to identify issues and fixes for projects.
  • Report to the Product Manager(s)
  • Contribute to sprint planning, Product Journey Maps and feature scoping sessions to help with accurate estimation of resources and timelines.
  • All other responsibilities that are relevant and/or related in getting your work done.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or related fields.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience as a Product Owner
  • Experience with user stories, backlog grooming, and tools like Jira/Trello.
  • Strong understanding of Agile & Scrum methodologies.
  • Product Management - Ability to define vision, roadmap, and prioritize features.
  • Stakeholder Management - Effective communication with devs, designers, and execs.
  • Market & User Research - Knowledge of customer needs & competition.
  • Basic grasp of APIs, UI/UX, databases.

What We Offer

  • A senior leadership role in a fast-growing, innovation-driven software company.
  • Competitive remuneration and performance-based incentives.
  • Hybrid work environment with flexible policies.
  • Access to high-impact projects with diverse clients across sectors and regions.
  • A supportive and collaborative team culture that values excellence, integrity, and growth.
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Inland Product Owner

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Lagos, Lagos NGN900000 - NGN1200000 Y Recruitwithpriscillia

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Job Title: Inland Product Owner

Location: VI/Ikoyi, Lagos

Industry: Logistics& Shipping

Position Overview:

As the Manager, you will act as the bridge function between Area Sales and Operations with the aim to increase profitable Inland volume and optimize Inland product portfolio. You will help develop the Area Inland strategy and define Area-level Inland ambition for the next budget year (volumes, profitability, Inland share, etc.) based on the Regional Inland target in alignment with Sales, Operations, and Trade Management

Key Responsibilities:


•    Drive the identification and development of relevant Inland products for the Area (incl. premium services) together with Operations and Sales.


•    Gather feedback on the market (from other Area Inland functions) including potential transport solutions for different modes and include product needs in the final product offering


•    Identify Inland value propositions and support Sales with tangible product information


•    Act as main PoC for the Account Managers on product-related Inland questions


•    Provide priorities and commercial ambitions to Procurement and support them in defining the SLAs for transport providers

Qualifications:


•    At least 5 years' experience in shipping/container steering.


•    Experience in sales and operations of trucking industry will be an advantage.


•    Experience working in Nigeria, Cameroon, Congo and Angola will be an advantage


•    Worked in a trucking or forwarding industry with hands on experience in product development for trucking corridors


•    Very good written English skills (French is an added advantage)


•    Thorough knowledge of port-based applications (Navis, ICUMS etc.) and documentation procedures.


•    Successfully completed commercial training or comparable studies in Business, Commerce, Sales, Engineering, Logistics or similar


•    Several years of professional experience in shipping, forwarding or logistics, preferably in sales or operations

To apply: send CVs to using the job title as subject of mail.

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Senior Product Owner

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Lagos, Lagos NGN4200000 - NGN9600000 Y McGrocer

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We're seeking an exceptional Senior Product Owner with a unique blend of business analysis, agile project management, and technical leadership experience to own and drive strategic technology initiatives. This role will lead the development of AI-powered tools, ERP integrations, and next-generation e-commerce solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Product Ownership & Strategy

  • Own end-to-end product lifecycle for Ai tools, ERP systems, and e-commerce platforms
  • Define product vision and roadmap
  • Manage product backlog with clear prioritization based on business value and technical feasibility
  • Drive stakeholder alignment across engineering, marketing, operations, and executive teams
  • Lead go-to-market strategies for internal tools and customer-facing features

Business Analysis & Requirements Management

  • Conduct comprehensive business analysis to identify opportunities and define solution requirements
  • Translate business needs into technical specifications and user stories with clear acceptance criteria
  • Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to inform product decisions
  • Perform ROI analysis and business case development for major initiatives
  • Create detailed functional and non-functional requirements for complex technical implementations

Agile Project Management

  • Lead agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and stakeholder demos
  • Manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities and dependencies
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams of developers, designers, QA engineers, and DevOps specialists
  • Implement agile best practices and continuous improvement processes
  • Track and report on project progress, metrics, and KPIs to executive stakeholders

Technical Leadership & Collaboration

  • Work closely with technical teams to ensure feasibility and optimal technical solutions
  • Review technical architecture and implementation approaches for alignment with business goals
  • Bridge the gap between business requirements and technical implementation
  • Participate in technical design discussions and provide business context for architectural decisions
  • Ensure technical debt and scalability considerations are balanced with business deliverables

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 6+ years of business analyst experience with complex technical projects
  • 4+ years of agile project management experience with Scrum/Kanban methodologies
  • 4+ years of technical lead or technical product management experience
  • 2+ years of product owner experience with direct P&L responsibility

Industry Experience

  • E-commerce platform development and optimization experience required
  • ERP system implementation and integration experience highly preferred
  • Ai and digital marketing technology experience preferred
  • API integration and microservices architecture understanding required

Technical Skills

  • Advanced SQL and database design understanding
  • RESTful API design and integration experience
  • Cloud platforms (GCP preferred, AWS acceptable)
  • Agile project management tools (Jira, Confluence, , etc.)
  • Analytics and business intelligence tools (BigQuery, Tableau, Looker)
  • Basic understanding of modern development frameworks (React, , Python)

Business & Analytical Skills

  • Advanced Excel/Google Sheets with complex modeling capabilities
  • Business case development and ROI analysis expertise
  • Market research and competitive analysis experience
  • Data-driven decision making with statistical analysis skills
  • Financial modeling and budget management experience
  • Stakeholder management and communication at executive level

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Experience

  • Product Management certification (CSPO, PSPO, or equivalent)
  • Agile/Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent)
  • Business Analysis certification (CBAP, CCBA, or equivalent)
  • Technical certifications (GCP, AWS, or relevant technology certifications)

Industry Expertise

  • International e-commerce and cross-border trade experience
  • Content management and SEO optimization platform experience
  • AI/ML product development and implementation experience
  • Retail industry background
  • Startup or high-growth company experience

Technical Depth

  • Software development background with hands-on coding experience
  • System architecture and design experience
  • DevOps and CI/CD pipeline understanding
  • Security and compliance knowledge (GDPR, PCI DSS)

Key Projects You'll Own

AI-Powered SEO Optimization Platform

  • Lead development of automated content generation and optimization systems
  • Manage content originality validation and plagiarism prevention systems
  • Drive integration with enterprise platforms and e-commerce solutions
  • Own performance metrics and ROI measurement frameworks

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Enhancement

  • Oversee ERP customization and optimization initiatives
  • Manage multi-country business process automation
  • Lead inventory management and supply chain optimization
  • Drive international compliance and reporting features

Next-Generation E-commerce Platform

  • Own e-commerce platform optimization and custom development
  • Manage international market expansion features
  • Lead mobile commerce and progressive web application development
  • Drive conversion optimization and customer experience improvements

Business Intelligence & Analytics Platform

  • Oversee data warehouse implementation and optimization
  • Manage real-time analytics and reporting systems
  • Lead customer behavior analysis and personalization features
  • Drive predictive analytics and machine learning implementations

Application Process

Required Application Materials

  • Detailed resume highlighting relevant business analysis, project management, and product ownership experience
  • Cover letter specifically addressing:
  • Your experience managing complex technical projects
  • Business requirements documents you've created
  • Product roadmaps and strategy documents
  • Examples of successful project deliveries with measurable business impact
  • Technical specifications or user stories you've authored

Application Status: Active recruitment - we encourage early applications as qualified candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: ₦350, ₦800,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Experience:

  • business analyst experience with complex technical projects: 6 years (Preferred)
  • agile project management with Scrum/Kanban methodologies: 4 years (Preferred)
  • technical lead or technical product management: 2 years (Preferred)
  • product owner: 2 years (Preferred)
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Inland Product Owner

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Lagos, Lagos NGN51000 - NGN108000 Y NoCompany1

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Job Title: Inland Product Owner

Location: Lagos

Reporting to: Area Sales Director

Remuneration:

Expat: $108,000 annual (gross)

Local: $51,000 annual (gross)

Position Overview

We are seeking an Inland Product Manager to act as the bridge between Area Sales and Operations, with the goal of increasing profitable inland volume and optimizing the inland product portfolio. The role involves developing the Area Inland strategy and defining Area-level inland ambitions (volumes, profitability, inland share, etc.) in alignment with Regional Inland targets, Sales, Operations, and Trade Management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive identification and development of relevant inland products (including premium services) in collaboration with Sales and Operations.
  • Gather market feedback from Area Inland functions and include transport product needs in the final offering.
  • Identify inland value propositions and support Sales with product information.
  • Act as primary point of contact for Account Managers on inland product-related queries.
  • Provide priorities and commercial ambitions to Procurement and support SLA definitions for transport providers.
  • Define inland network strategy through analysis of underserved/overserved locations, capacity, and equipment levels.
  • Own capacity demand forecasting reports and actively manage availability and utilization.
  • Outline sourcing options for fixed capacities (from contracting to potential M&A).
  • Analyze fixed capacity requirements using operational and commercial data.
  • Support Procurement in vendor identification, negotiations, and expansion of vendor base.
  • Plan and manage strategic vendor relationships.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in shipping/container steering.
  • Background in trucking/forwarding industry strongly preferred.
  • Strategic thinker with strong customer-centric approach.
  • Experience in trucking operations and product development for trucking corridors.
  • Experience working in Nigeria, Cameroon, Congo, and Angola (advantage).
  • Assertive negotiator with attention to detail.
  • Team player with proactive attitude; able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong written English; French is an advantage.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications; knowledge of port-based systems (Navis, ICUMS, etc.) and documentation.
  • Ability to manage multiple systems and interpret data effectively.
  • Degree or commercial training in Business, Sales, Logistics, Commerce, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of inland transport and ocean shipping markets.
  • Experience with inland transport performance measurement.
  • Excellent communication skills, including management-level reporting and stakeholder engagement
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Junior Product Owner

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NGN104000 - NGN130878 Y Motorola Solutions

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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Motorola Solutions has recently acquired RapidDeploy Inc., and we're excited to welcome new talent to our growing team. By applying for this role, you'll become part of the RapidDeploy team within the broader Motorola Solutions organization—where innovation meets impact in the world of Public Safety.

At RapidDeploy, our mission is to reduce emergency response times by equipping dispatchers and call-takers with real-time situational awareness through advanced tactical mapping, and by delivering powerful analytics to help public safety agencies optimize their operations. Now, together with Motorola Solutions, we're accelerating our shared vision of creating safer communities through smarter technology.

Job Description

We're seeking an aspiring Junior Product Owner to help drive the execution of our innovative SaaS platform, partnering with Product Management and Engineering. This role is for a proactive and detail-oriented individual who thrives in an agile environment. You will be responsible for maintaining the product backlog, transforming high-level requirements into detailed functional and non-functional requirements, and facilitating communication between stakeholders and our technical teams. Critical to the role, this individual must possess a deep understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies, demonstrating excellent communication skills, and maintaining a passion for delivering high-quality products. Your ability to prioritize effectively and foster a collaborative atmosphere will be crucial in ensuring the timely and successful delivery of new capabilities.

Execution & Delivery (Your Primary Focus): Participates in the scrum process as defined by RapidDeploy, including Planning, Refinements, Stand Up, Retros, and Velocity Planning to stay aligned with the development team, facilitating transparent communication within the team and ensuring we deliver what has been committed to for a sprint.

  • Manage engineering team backlog
  • Gathers, manages, and prioritizes the engineering team backlog
  • Ensures work items meet the Definition of Ready including having story points allocated.
  • Ensures that the product backlog items are clearly defined, well understood, and properly estimated by the development team to reduce ambiguity and confusion, allowing the development team to work more efficiently in executing the product roadmap and delivering on our business goals.
  • Manages defect or bug resolution based on organizational objectives
  • Play an active role in mitigating blockers and dependencies impacting successful team completion of Release/Sprint development, including progress reviews during the sprint to assure that development is in line with expected outcomes and to reduce the risk of late found defects
  • Ensure sprint ceremonies are scheduled, attend and facilitate where needed.
  • Prepares and conducts sprint review for the R&D organization and shares a summary of what went well, challenges and accomplishments, demonstrating progress, fostering accountability within the team, and recognizing the hard work of other team members to boost morale and motivation.

Stakeholder Collaboration: You will be a key communicator, collaborating with cross functional teams during design, build, test and launch of new features.

  • Makes delivery risks known with Product and Program Managers to ensure the business is appropriately mitigating changes in scope or other unforeseen challenges effectively.
  • Update product development tracking tools
  • Advocate on behalf of the customer with the development team
  • Assist in the product release plans and sets the expectation for delivery of new functionalities in collaboration with the technical leads before, during and after sprint cycles
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on the value (why solving this problem matters) and functionality of your product
  • Works closely with the Technical Writer to make sure product documentation is completed and accurately reflects product features, functionality, and best practices, allowing internal stakeholders to efficiently and effectively perform their roles.
Basic Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Software or Computer Science or Business Administration OR
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience managing software product backlog of defects, technical debt and new features
  • Demonstrated track record of collaborating with development, product management and customers
  • Knowledge of agile software development practices
  • Ability to manage resources across distinct locations and time zones. Translate customer needs into detailed requirements and user stories
  • Strong management and project management skills for planning and executing complex projects.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across multiple audience types
  • Experience working in a fast-paced and goal-driven environment
  • GIS / ESRI knowledge and experience a plus

Required Behavioral Competencies

  • Customer-Centric Mindset - Deeply understands user needs and advocates for them in decision-making. Prioritizes features and enhancements that create the most value.
  • Strategic Thinking - Aligns product goals with business objectives. Balances long-term vision with short-term delivery.
  • Communication & Stakeholder Management - Clearly articulates requirements and priorities to developers, designers, and business leaders. Manages stakeholder expectations and negotiates priorities effectively. Answer incoming questions about the product and its capabilities.
  • Decision-Making & Accountability - Takes ownership of product backlog and delivery timelines. Makes data-driven decisions while balancing intuition and experience.
  • Adaptability & Resilience - Adjusts quickly to changing priorities or new information. Stays focused and solution-oriented in high-pressure situations.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork - Works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment. Encourages open discussions and respects diverse viewpoints.
  • Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking - Breaks down complex challenges into actionable steps. Uses data and feedback loops to improve the product iteratively.
  • Empathy & Emotional Intelligence - Understands the perspectives of users, team members, and stakeholders. Navigates conflicts diplomatically and fosters a positive team culture.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to directly impact the success of a leading SaaS product. As a Junior Product Owner, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, working with a talented team to deliver innovative solutions.

We offer a clear career path and the mentorship needed to grow into a senior product leader.

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

No

Company

Motorola Solutions South Africa (Proprietary) Limited

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.

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