{"id":21400,"date":"2025-10-13T12:00:17","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T12:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/product-management-and-data-quality-specialist-gauteng-junior-planner-fourways\/"},"modified":"2026-01-14T00:24:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T00:24:16","slug":"product-management-and-data-quality-specialist-gauteng-junior-planner-fourways","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=21400","title":{"rendered":"Product Management and Data Quality Specialist (Gauteng) \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Junior Planner (Fourways)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Purpose of the role<\/p>\n<p>\tThe Product Management and Data Quality Specialist is responsible for managing the product catalog and ensuring the commercial performance of products throughout their lifecycle.<br \/>\n\tThe role focuses on maintaining the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of product data, implementing data governance standards, and supporting internal and external stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tThis specialist plays a key role in optimizing product range management, driving data quality initiatives, and ensuring effective collaboration across departments to support business objectives.<\/p>\n<p>Product Data and Catalog Management<\/p>\n<p>\tDevelop, maintain, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of product catalog data.<br \/>\n\tMonitor product data quality, analyze trends, and identify opportunities to optimize the product range.<br \/>\n\tImplement and enforce product catalog data standards and governance policies.<br \/>\n\tCollaborate with suppliers, 1P\/3P partners, and internal stakeholders to maintain up-to-date and accurate product information.<br \/>\n\tEnsure appropriate stock allocation, validate supplier agreements, and monitor replenishment modes throughout the product lifecycle (Range A\/S, Top 1\/2\/0, Franco\/PCB).<br \/>\n\tDevelop and implement processes to guarantee data quality and integrity.<br \/>\n\tProvide training and support on product catalog management best practices.<\/p>\n<p>Product Range and Lifecycle Management<\/p>\n<p>\tSupport the Category Manager in constructing and continuously improving the product range.<br \/>\n\tOptimize product allocation within the correct typology (Department \/ Sub-department \/ Type \/ Sub-type) to enhance performance monitoring.<br \/>\n\tBuild and maintain product range listings and range synoptics, ensuring timely updates and communication to stores.<br \/>\n\tManage product lifecycle and address market-specific requirements.<br \/>\n\tCollect and analyze customer feedback to improve product range effectiveness.<br \/>\n\tCollaborate on promotional activities and ensure effective execution.<br \/>\n\tPrepare data and negotiation planners for supplier negotiations and monitor contracts and invoicing compliance.<\/p>\n<p>Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication<\/p>\n<p>\tServe as the primary point of contact for stores regarding product data and range matters.<br \/>\n\tCommunicate clearly and effectively, ensuring stakeholders understand updates and adopt changes.<br \/>\n\tBuild and maintain strong relationships with internal teams (Supply Chain, Merchandising, OmniCommerce) and external partners (suppliers, vendors).<\/p>\n<p>Process Improvement and Technology Utilization<\/p>\n<p>\tIdentify and implement continuous improvement initiatives in product data management processes.<br \/>\n\tUtilize AI and digital tools to enhance research, analysis, reporting, and workflow efficiency.<br \/>\n\tRespond to cross-functional project requests within the area of expertise.<\/p>\n<p>Behavioral Expectations<\/p>\n<p>\tDemonstrate enthusiasm, collaboration, and a positive approach to work.<br \/>\n\tChampion and embody company values internally and externally.<br \/>\n\tMaintain professionalism, integrity, and reliability in all 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