Product Manager

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client is Southern Africas leading integrated tourism group operating businesses which range from travel management companies hotels lodges and restaurants to craft curio and jewellery shops and foreign exchange bureaux. They are driven by a commitment to exceptional quality service and value; its people-centred business philosophy; the development of mutually rewarding partnerships; constant innovation; and world-class technology.

Role Overview

Our client is looking for a Product Manager with a passion for sports to design and implement operational systems in their Sports & Events department.

Job Location: Bryanston

Job Type: Full-time

Workplace: Hybrid

Requirements

Proven experience in sports management sports tourism or events (510 years at senior level).

Strong understanding of international sporting calendars event cycles and governing bodies (e.g. FIFA ICC IOC CAF).

Familiarity with sports travel logistics (ticketing accommodation transport hospitality packages).

Awareness of compliance and regulatory frameworks (visas insurance safety standards).

Highly organised adaptable and able to work under tight event-driven deadlines.

Passion for sport with a genuine interest in fan experience and event excellence.

Culturally sensitive and able to navigate cross-border dynamics (essential in African and global sports environments).

Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

Operational & Strategic Skills

Ability to design and implement operational systems to scale events and sports travel programmes.
Skilled in process optimisation: streamlining workflows improving cost efficiencies and ensuring profitability.
Strong project management skills with ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders across regions.
Data-driven approach to planning and decision-making (budgets ROI analysis forecasting).

Commercial & Business Acumen

Experience in contract negotiation with suppliers federations and venues.
Proven ability to drive sustainable revenue growth while maintaining operational excellence.
Understanding of sports sponsorships partnerships and brand activations.