Job Description
This job is for a Junior Product Developer to join a product development team in Midrand, Gauteng. The company seeks a detail-oriented individual with business curiosity and customer insight to collaborate with suppliers on developing and optimizing high-selling products. Key responsibilities include seasonal product planning, performance tracking, competitor research, and data-driven decision-making to ensure profitability. The role involves supplier negotiations, trend analysis, and full-cycle product management from concept to launch. Qualifications include a diploma/degree in buying, merchandising, marketing, or related fields, with 1-3 years of experience preferred. Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, margin calculations) and communication abilities are essential. Salary ranges from R240,000 to R420,000 annually, with growth opportunities into full Product Developer or Buyer roles.