Product Specialist (Account Manager)

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Requisition ID: JR11172
Closing Date: 25 July 2025 (3 days left to apply)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and commercially driven Product Specialist (Account Manager) to join a leading player in the online gaming industry. This is a strategic role where you'll bridge the gap between product, partners, and operations—ensuring projects are delivered seamlessly and partnerships thrive. If you're passionate about stakeholder management, project execution, and bringing strategic initiatives to life, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

✅ Relationship & Partnership Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
Ensure strategic and operational alignment in vendor partnerships
Identify and act on new commercial opportunities
Foster cross-functional collaboration to drive joint success
Communicate proactively, follow through on actions, and provide effective solutions

✅ Operational Liaison

Serve as the primary point of contact between the business and vendors
Ensure operational activities align with strategic objectives
Coordinate and implement vendor-related projects

✅ Commercial Awareness

Exhibit strong commercial acumen with a focus on profitability
Understand stakeholder needs and align commercial strategies accordingly
Balance short-term performance with long-term strategic growth

✅ Project Management

Lead and coordinate multi-stakeholder projects from planning to delivery
Maintain structured delivery plans and track progress
Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams
Monitor risks and provide updates and insights to stakeholders

✅ Strategic Initiative Execution

Execute strategic projects under the guidance of Product Managers
Support change management and ensure alignment with business goals
Measure outcomes and contribute to continuous improvement

Required Skills & Competencies:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
Confidence, initiative, and commercial thinking
Experience in Relationship Management is advantageous
Experience working in cross-functional environments

Other Requirements:

This role involves access to sensitive financial information. Credit and criminal background checks will be conducted.
Qualification verification will form part of the recruitment process.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete an assessment.
Participation in the Talent Management and Talent Development Programme may be applied during recruitment.

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Product Specialist (Account Manager)