Manager, Product Development and Commercialization at KCB Group

Kenya, Nakuru, Kenya -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Development, Commercialization, Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Collaboration, Go-to-Market Strategy, Product Documentation, Market Analysis, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Profitability Analysis, Customer Centric Design, Innovation Championing

Industry

Banking

Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Lead the development and implementation of innovative banking products and value propositions in own area that address customer needs and market opportunities. * Manage the full product lifecycle, including concept development, business case preparation, pilot testing, launch, and post-launch evaluation. * Collaborate with key stakeholders (Digital Banking, Marketing, Operations, Risk, Finance, and IT) to ensure timely and successful product rollout. * Drive commercialization strategies to enhance product uptake, profitability, and market share. * Develop and maintain detailed product documentation, including product manuals, processes, and pricing models. * Monitor product performance and customer feedback to identify areas for improvement and enhancement. * Conduct competitor and market analysis to ensure the bank’s offerings remain competitive and innovative. * Support the creation of go-to-market plans, promotional materials, and staff training to ensure effective product positioning and understanding. * Ensure all new products comply with internal policies, risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements. * Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on product performance, market trends, and emerging opportunities. * Work closely with Finance and Strategy teams to ensure product profitability and alignment with the bank’s financial goals. * Champion a culture of innovation, customer-centric design, and continuous improvement within the Products Department. 1. Academic & Professional Particulars Detail Specific Field or Qualification Need Type Education Bachelors Degree Degree ES Professional Qualifications Product development ES Masters Degree - AA 1. Experience Total Minimum No of Years Experience Required 5 Detail Minimum No of Years Need Type Product development 3 ES Project management 3 ES Banking Operations 2 ES Sales/Marketing 2 DE [1] Need Types are : RQ = Required, AA = Added Advantage [2] Need Types are: ES = Essential, DE = Desirable but not Essential

Responsibilities

The manager will lead the development and implementation of innovative banking products and value propositions, managing the full product lifecycle from concept to post-launch evaluation. This includes driving commercialization strategies, ensuring timely rollouts through stakeholder collaboration, and maintaining product documentation and performance monitoring.