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• Oversee all production activities to ensure efficient and high-quality output.
• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet demand.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, quality, and hygiene standards (HACCP, GMP).
• Manage plant budget and control operational costs effectively.
• Lead and develop the plant's operational team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Implement Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee maintenance operations to ensure plant and equipment reliability.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods.
• Drive initiatives to reduce waste and improve energy efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in plant management within the food and beverage manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control operational costs.
• Experience with managing diverse teams and fostering a positive work environment.
• Proficiency in production planning and control systems.

• Oversee all day-to-day plant operations, ensuring efficient and effective production.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand and optimize resource utilization.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality control standards and procedures.
• Manage and mentor plant staff, fostering a productive and safe work environment.
• Implement and champion lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and manage the plant's operating budget, controlling costs and maximizing profitability.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and repair programs to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams on process improvements and new equipment installation.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Drive initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve overall operational performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical), Operations Management, or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Proven experience in plant management and a strong understanding of production processes.
• In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Familiarity with production planning software and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, vital for remote collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and control operational costs.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

About Worldline
Worldline helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey - quickly, simply, and securely. We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our technology powers the growth of millions of businesses across 5 continents. And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution.

The Opportunity
Join Worldline Financial Services as the Acquiring Processing Product Manager, owning the end-to-end lifecycle of a high-impact product that delivers strong customer value and accelerates growth. You'll be the strategic hub developing Vision, Strategy, Roadmap, and Business Features, while syncing with sales, engineering, architecture, and other cross-functional partners to shape innovative solutions customers love. Driven by market insights and data, you'll steer 360° performance, continuous improvement, and revenue expansion in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
As Acquiring Processing Product Manager, you translate market data and trends into business value by prioritizing high‑impact initiatives that drive product's revenue and margin. You own the business roadmap and align cross‑functional teams to achieve product's successful results:

• Conduct market research and analysis to understand trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape whilst defining long-term product vision and strategy
• Gather and prioritise business requirements from stakeholders including customers and partners, defining product features and specifications
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps that outline development and business release schedules
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Engineering teams to ensure requirements are understood and implemented correctly
• Contribute actively to go-to-market strategy and execution for product/features launches, including campaigns, trainings, marketing collaterals…
• Define investment objectives aligned with product strategy and prepare investment plans for governance bodies
• Monitor product performance through OKRs, KPIs, and 360° data analysis to drive continuous improvement

Who Are We Looking For
We look for an inspirational leader, driven by passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. You will have the opportunity to express your entrepreneurial skills and mindset to lead the development of your own product while animating and inspiring the product core team to achieve key results.

In Practice This Means

• Proactive "can do" attitude and entrepreneurial mindset essential for daily business success
• Customer-centric mindset with strong focus on understanding and meeting customer needs and experience in acting on customer feedback
• Strategic thinking abilities to align product development with business goals and set product vision and mid/long-term strategy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for articulating product vision and presenting complex information clearly and concisely
• Strong project management capabilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Collaborative approach with experience managing stakeholders with diverse interests and building strong cross-functional relationships
• Analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving to derive actionable insights
• Technical understanding of product development processes and familiarity with relevant product management tools
• Fluent English skills both written and spoken; additional group languages (French, German, Dutch) are welcomed

Perks & Benefits
Be part of a company guided by a strong purpose to do good and recognized as top 1% of the most sustainable companies in all sectors worldwide.

• Work with inspiring colleagues and be empowered to learn, grow and accelerate your career.
• We also operate a flexible benefits scheme, allowing you to purchase discounted products and services;
• Employee Share Program. We win together as a team, and our long-term incentive plans are crafted to give every Worldline a financial stake in the business they are helping to grow;
• At Worldline our top priority is to engage, encourage and develop you to help you improve your potential. In fact, we have comprehensive training and development programs in place demonstrating our dedication to developing your career.

Shape the evolution
We are pushing towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers to join our journey. People with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you'll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on society. And with our empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career. Wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of over 18,000 innovators across 40+ countries, and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.

Learn more about life at Worldline at

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics.

Company Description

Beem is a Pan-African startup with a presence across more than 25 African markets. We envision an Africa powered by enterprises, empowered through technology. Our mission is to enable enterprises to create lasting relationships with customers across Africa using SMS, USSD, airtime & chat through our products BeemAPIs, BeemEngage & BeamMoja. We are currently processing up to 60 million transactions / month, cover 60+ mobile operators and are growing fast. Read more about our story at

Position Summary

Beem is seeking an experienced product manager to spearhead Beem's enterprise communication, social commerce and conversational AI product development. The product manager will be working on products and features used by enterprises across the continent and beyond everyday. The work is challenging, fast-paced and always changing. You have strong communication and analytical skills, are committed to quality and have a collaborative work ethic.

The successful candidate will report to the Head of Engineering/CTO and will work with other teams to define requirements, validate with customers, design and market products to support substantial growth over the next three years. S/he will specifically be responsible for development pertaining to SMS, USSD, Airtime, Chat, Chatbots, CRM, Ticketing, Surveys & Rewards.

Culture, Career Growth and Development / Life At Beem

Some of the words we use to describe our culture are fast-paced, friendly, challenging, casual yet professional, diverse, flexible and progressive. At Beem, our most valuable resource is our people. We're serious about our work, but embrace fun and flexibility to get the job done. We believe that employee satisfaction starts with creating a supportive and inclusive environment where employees feel welcome no matter their personal or professional backgrounds. We've developed a unique culture of constant learning and are investing in developing our people. Through regular feedback on your performance and monthly reviews, you get an opportunity to discuss your challenges, aspirations, career goals and continuously keep growing in a fast-paced organization, thus building a rewarding long-term career.

Responsibilities

• Research market and technology trends
• Talk to customers consistently to get feedback, ideas and validate product-market-fit of solutions and features.
• Develop wireframes, mockups or work with UI/UX designers to develop high fidelity interface designs.
• Analyze usage data and analytics to monitor uptake and issues with products and features.
• Develop and manage the product growth strategy and roadmap of features and use cases, working with stakeholders to plan and prioritize deliverables and release plans.
• Translate product roadmap into development sprints whilst creating a backlog of work including the creation of in user depth stories and tasks for new features requirements.
• Lead cross-functional teams with respect to requirements interpretation, implementation, product decisions, specification reviews, customer satisfaction issues, and scheduling.
• Work with internal teams to prepare test cases, resolve issues, bugs and conduct UAT to ensure project success and client satisfaction
• Clearly communicate updates, risks, challenges and roadblocks to stakeholders and senior management.
• Work with on-site, remote engineering Teams, mobile operators, consultants or outsourced companies to deliver requirements.
• Collaborate with marketing and customer care teams to produce product overviews, sales presentations, demos, product documentation, support guides, technical documentation and other go-to-market materials.
• Consistently review customer experience of products to identify areas of improvement.
• Maintain customer centricity as per Beem Values and preach this internally to all teams.
• Participate regularly in team and customer meetings
• Manage your own time, and work well both independently and as part of a team.

This position is for you if you:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in computer science or engineering degree.
• Ability to translate software requirements to working products and to effectively collaborate with colleagues who do not necessarily have technical backgrounds
• Be the focal point of contact for all internal teams on Beem Products/Features/Capabilities.
• Prior experience with software development is a plus.
• Prior experience with AI enabled chatbots and working with SMEs a plus.
• Have strong project management skills and can drive execution independently.
• Are able to think strategically and create a strategic roadmap
• Have a high attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the Beem mission.

Benefits

• Be part of a fast-growing, innovative company shaping the future of business communication in Africa.
• Competitive salary
• Subsidized health insurance plan
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Job Purpose
The ideal candidate will lead the strategy, development and lifecycle management of insurance products across Retail/ Corporate/ Group/ Partnership verticals. The role will collaborate across business units, technology teams and partners to define and deliver innovative, customer-centric insurance offerings, leveraging digital platforms, APIs and seamless UI/UX.

The Product Manager will act as a the primary owner of the product backlog, driving initiatives in agile sprints while ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Vision

• Develop product vision, roadmap, and go-to-market strategy for the assigned insurance segment.
• Identify customer needs, market gaps, and competitive trends to shape product direction.
• Translate business objectives into product initiatives with clear KPIs and success criteria.
• Champion embedded insurance and platform-based distribution models.
• Define API-based integration opportunities with bank platforms, fintechs, telcos and third-party partners.

Product Development & Management

• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle from ideation, design, build, test, deploy and iterate.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to ensure intuitive, responsive, and user-friendly insurance experiences.
• Own the product backlog; manage requirements, prioritize features, and deliver stories in agile sprints.
• Drive technical discussions around insurance APIs, payment integrations, and digital claims workflows.
• Align product development with regulatory frameworks, compliance controls, and risk assessments.
• Define and monitor product performance through dashboards, usage analytics, and customer feedback loops.

Performance & Change Management

• Measure product adoption, profitability, and customer engagement through defined KPIs.
• Lead rollout planning, change communication, and training support to internal users and partners.
• Champion continuous improvement through customer feedback and performance data.
• Support user onboarding and internal adoption of new insurance solutions and portals.

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure that insurance products adhere to industry regulations, underwriting standards and AML/KYC compliance.
• Work closely with legal, risk, and actuarial teams to align product features with internal risk appetite.
• Participate in product reviews and audits; maintain strong documentation and governance.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the single point of accountability for product delivery to internal and external stakeholders.
• Work closely with distribution teams (Branches, Agents, Digital Channels, B2B Partners) to drive uptake.
• Align with IT, Operations, Underwriting, Claims, Marketing, and Legal to ensure seamless delivery.
• Provide regular product status reports, roadmap updates, and strategic inputs to leadership.

Market Research & Customer Insights

• Conduct market and competitor research to validate product features and pricing strategies.
• Gather customer insights through surveys, interviews, and behavioral data analytics.
• Use product feedback to refine offerings and identify cross-sell/up-sell opportunities.

Qualifications - Essential Knowledge

• Deep domain expertise in insurance products Life, General, Bancassurance, Microinsurance or Health.
• Understanding of embedded insurance models, API-based insurance ecosystems and partner platforms.
• Strong knowledge of product lifecycle management in agile environments.
• Solid grasp of digital product principles, UI/UX best practices, and customer-centric design.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing insurance in East Africa.

Key Critical Competencies

• Hands-on experience in product management, agile delivery, and sprint ceremonies(Scrum).
• Understanding of user flows, wireframes, insurance APIs, and cloud-based product platforms.
• Strong ability to balance technical details with business goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence cross-functional teams.
• Strategic thinking with execution discipline.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage ambiguity, and deliver within timelines.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Insurance, Business, IT, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in insurance product development, preferably in digital insurance or bancassurance.
• Certification in Product Management, Agile (Scrum) or Insurance is an added advantage.
• Experience working with technology teams to deliver product features in fast-paced environments.
• Prior exposure to B2B, B2C or B2B2C insurance distribution models preferred.

Job Title: P
roduct Manager

Location:
Nairobi

• Employment type:
Full-time

About the role

Auto Audit Group is reshaping the automotive and asset-protection industry through innovative software products such as Q360 (motor valuations and assessments), Dotify (Asset tagging), and Axios (Extended warranties). We're seeking a Product Manager to own strategy, roadmap, and execution—delivering solutions that meet user needs, support business growth, and set new benchmarks in our market.

What you'll do

• Define and manage the product roadmap, aligning with business strategy.
• Translate goals and user insights into product requirements and user stories.
• Partner with Engineering and Design to deliver impactful features on time.
• Prioritize backlog items using business value, feasibility, and customer needs.
• Track adoption, usage, retention, and other success metrics; drive iteration.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform opportunities.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Support to drive adoption.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and data-protection standards.
• Lead product ceremonies: sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Prepare documentation, release notes, and coordinate launches.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business, or related field; Master's a plus.
• 3–5 years' experience in product management (software, fintech, or automotive tech preferred).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, analytics tools, and software development.
• Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into execution and measurable results.

What success looks like

• Roadmap features shipped on time.
• Growth in adoption, engagement, and retention.
• Products that drive revenue, cost savings, or efficiency.
• Positive user satisfaction scores and fewer post-release issues.
• Faster time-to-market cycles.

Why join us

At Auto Audit Group, you'll directly shape products that impact thousands of customers. You'll collaborate daily with talented engineers, designers, and operators, enjoy a culture of innovation and continuous learning, and gain the platform to grow into senior product leadership.

How to apply

Send your CV (with salary expectation and notice period) to with the subject line "Product Manager Application" on or before 18th September 2025.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We're looking for a talented
Founding
Product Manager
to lead the development of our groundbreaking AI product from its inception, starting with a working prototype. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on shaping products of the future. You will drive the product strategy and execution while working closely with cross-functional teams to create an exceptional, AI-first experience.

About Us
At Scaleo, we are on a mission to unlocking the power of partnerships. Building on the success of our SaaS platform, we're now developing an industry defining
AI-first marketplace
. Join us to be part of a game-changing initiative as we fulfil our vision to become the world's ultimate partnership ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Roadmap: Develop and maintain the product roadmap, aligning with company goals and the needs of our users.
• Customer-Centric Development: Gather insights from our existing reference customer to inform product decision.
• AI-first product development: Collaborate with engineering and design teams to deliver AI-powered features that redefine industry standards.
• Agile Execution: Operate under a product-led approach, implementing the latest product management principles for agile, iterative development.
• Market Analysis: Stay informed about trends in partner marketing and related industries to ensure our product remains competitive and innovative.
• Collaboration: Act as the bridge between business, engineering, and design teams, ensuring alignment and clear communication.
• Metrics-Driven Improvement: Define success metrics, analyse performance, and use data to continuously enhance the product.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in B2B product management, ideally in marketplaces, or AI-driven platforms. Experience in partner marketing is a plus but not required.
• Skills: Strong understanding of product management principles, including product discovery and delivery.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and their application in product development is desirable.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to tackle complex challenges with a creative and analytical mindset.

What We Offer

• The chance to shape a next-generation product that leverages AI to solve real-world problems.
• The opportunity to work under 'product operating model' - the way the leading Silicon Valley companies create products
• A collaborative, forward-thinking culture that values innovation.
• The opportunity to grow with a fast-scaling company that values talent and ambition.

If you're passionate about building products that make an impact and are excited to work on an AI-first project that's setting new industry standards, we'd love to hear from you

About Umba
Umba is a pan-African digital bank serving customers in both Kenya and Nigeria. Our mission entails providing accessible and cost-effective financial services across Africa, enabling our customers to take charge of their financial well-being.

We are committed to seizing a unique opportunity to transform the financial landscape in Africa by harnessing the power of machine learning to develop intelligent, affordable financial products tailored for emerging markets. Our machine learning models are continuously improving, and we leverage AI and automation to deliver banking solutions at the lowest possible cost to our expanding customer base.

Umba is headquartered in Nairobi Kenya. Our primary focus is to offer a comprehensive range of digital banking products through Android, iOS and Web Apps, and we take pride in our culture of consistently surpassing customer expectations, which has fueled our rapid expansion.

Umba acquired a deposit taking microfinance bank in Kenya in 2023, which has now been named Umba Microfinance Bank. The bank has achieved fast growth since launch with average monthly growth rate of 19% and 6x revenue growth in 2024.

We are actively seeking outstanding individuals who not only possess exceptional talent but also share our vision, determination, and sense of purpose. Join us in our endeavor to establish the best digital bank in Africa.

Job Summary
Umba is currently in search of a Product Manager to join our team based in our Nairobi Office.

We are looking for someone to define, scope and manage our feature roadmap for the Kenyan market.

This person should have deep knowledge of the region, and an eye on the various competitors in the field. The ideal candidate is a proactive and motivated individual who excels in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Working with our Vehicle Financing team and developing our feature set further with an emphasis on automation.
• Developing and managing our SME lending (UmbaPay) and Umba Payments. We want our SME experience to be best in class
• Assessing competitors. What are we missing? What can we do better?
• QA the products that we are building
• Should be comfortable writing clear, concise PRDs as well as working with designers and engineers
• Work with internal stakeholders from risk, legal, operations, and executive management to translate business needs into product requirements
• Establish product delivery timelines in close collaboration with the development team

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, engineering, data science, economics, or related technical field is preferred
• 3-4 Years of Product Management Experience
• Ability to translate complex problems and ideas into easily understood descriptions
• Proven ability to dive deeply into specific functional areas and learn a domain
• Proven ability to innovate and come up with ideas to help drive the product forward
• Proven ability to understand the business and engineering sides and get into technical detail
• Ability to assume a strong sense of responsibility and ownership in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent project management skills - delivery and action-oriented

Nice to have:
Engineering background

SQL, Python or any scripting abilities

Startup mentality

Experience in financial services

Work Status
Valid work authorization for Kenya

Umba is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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• Oversee day-to-day plant operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective production.
• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet demand and optimize resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other methodologies.
• Manage and motivate a team of production supervisors and line workers, fostering a culture of safety and performance.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations.
• Monitor production metrics, analyze performance data, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee inventory management, raw material procurement, and finished goods delivery in coordination with supply chain.
• Implement and maintain robust quality control systems to ensure product consistency and standards.
• Manage plant budget, controlling operational costs and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and R&D teams on process improvements and new product introductions.

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing operations management, with a progressive increase in responsibilities.
• Proven experience implementing lean manufacturing principles and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management, quality control, and HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, Quality) standards.
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and ERP software.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage complex operations remotely and effectively.
• Experience in managing budgets and controlling costs.