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Product development specialist

  • Cape Town Northern Suburbs
  • Salary: Market Related
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sectors: Manufacturing Management
  • Reference: CPT005420/CS

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Employer: Persona Staff

Join Our Team as a Product Development Specialist! Are you experienced in the automotive aftermarket and passionate about developing industry-leading product ranges? Our client, a prominent supplier in South Africa’s automotive sector, is looking for a Product Development Specialist to take ownership of their product strategy and development.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Identify key vehicle models through market surveys and define suitable product ranges.
  • Determine OE and supplier part numbers across various categories (e.g., braking, filtration, ignition, suspension, lighting, etc.).
  • Source suppliers for parts and equipment, including both local and international channels.
  • Work with leadership to manage stock levels, pricing, product training, and catalogues.
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to keep offerings competitive and relevant.
  • Drive consistent turnover growth through ongoing product development and innovation.
Requirements:
  • 15+ years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in automotive aftermarket retail or wholesale.
  • In-depth knowledge of automotive components and sourcing.
  • Strong negotiation, market research, and product lifecycle management skills.
Apply now by sending your CV to: craig@personastaff.co.za
 
Persona Staff (PTY) Ltd. is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant.
 
 

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About Persona Staff

Vision
PERSONA’s vision is to allow our Clients to focus on their core activities, and let PERSONA manage the responsibility of staff recruitment; ensuring the perfect fit between candidate and client for the most efficient and effective workforce.
PERSONA is committed to delivering the best service to our clients and candidates.

We recruit in the following industries:
Financial Services, Manufacturing, Engineering, Retail, Banking, Telecommunications, Information technology, Electronics, Logistics, Mechanical, Sales & Marketing, Office Support, Warehousing, Distribution and Supervision Staff

Services offered:
To our clients:-
Recruitment of permanent staff at all levels
In depth staff selection
Salary surveys
Advertising of available positions
Comprehensive interviewing
Screening of potential candidates according to client’s specifications
Reference checks (on possible candidate)
ITC checks (on possible candidate)
Criminal checks (on possible candidate)
More background checks on request.
Psychometric testing (additional services)
Preparing of Job descriptions
PERSONA commits to adhere to industry standards and policies.

To possible candidate and job seekers:-
Professional resume
Regular correspondence
Interviewing tips
Summary of client information
Assistance to find the perfect job


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