Senior Specialist Portfolio (Terminals) at Vodacom

Role Purpose

• Vodacom Terminals prides itself on selecting the very best devices for our customers. Selecting products to meet the needs of our customers today and tomorrow. From Sims to Smartphones, Mobile data solutions to Machine 2 Machine. This new role, reporting to the Head of Portfolio & Commercial, within Terminals, will be responsible for owning the ranging decisions for Vodacom.
• Aligned to local strategy and Vodafone Group, this role requires exceptional market knowledge, understanding of product technology, and a passion for hardware, in order to select and recommend the products that enable our customers to be connected.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Quarterly device portfolio planning, based on insights (internal (CVM) and external sources) that is aligned with Segments, Sales, Customer Ops & Technology
• Advocate of the device portfolio and future strategy
• Volume mix that is aligned with the A&R budget, connection targets, supplier and platform strategy.
• Alignment with the Vodafone Global & Vodacom SA strategy
• Highlight future and global trends for wider consultation.
• Understanding of customer segmentation and developing a portfolio for both Prepaid and Post Paid markets
• Lifecycle management of devices within the portfolio and introduction of new devices into the portfolio

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Matric is essential
• Relevant degree or diploma in business administration or IT essential
• Working in or previously worked in Telecommunications preferred.
• Experience in ranging, developing or selling mobile products
• High degree of interest in mobile devices, platforms, products and services
• Work cross functionally in a fluid environment
• A passion for providing excellence in customer service
• Ability to look beyond today and predict future mobile customer trends

Closing date for applications: 15 October 2021

• The base location for this role is Midrand, Vodacom Campus
• The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
• Vodacom is committed to an organizational culture that recognizes, appreciates and values diversity & inclusion.