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Tsakane Langa

Silver Spring,USA

Summary

Product Manager with over 6 years of experience in delivering impactful solutions in mining technology, retail/wholesale, and property rental sectors. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams, defining product roadmaps, and launching innovative products that drive growth. Recognized for transforming complex challenges into strategic opportunities while mentoring teams to achieve high performance. Proficient in managing marketing campaigns and product positioning to align with corporate objectives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Product Manager

Lwendo Minerals
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2021 - 04.2023
  • Defined and executed product strategy for mining technology solutions, improving operational efficiency and safety across multiple sites.
  • worked with team to Launch AI-powered geology tools and IoT monitoring platforms, accelerating exploration by 30%, and reducing equipment failures by 25%.ment failures by 25%.
  • Led cross-functional teams of engineers, geologists, and developers to deliver high-value projects on time and within budget.
  • Conducted user research and site visits to prioritize initiatives, increasing adoption and satisfaction among mining operators by ~25%.
  • Built business cases and ROI analyses for new technology investments, securing executive approval for strategic initiatives.
  • Implemented sustainability tracking systems, reducing emissions and optimizing water and energy usage by 15%.

Project Manager

Calasca
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Managed product portfolios across kitchenware, furniture, toys, and solar products, driving ~15-20% higher adoption than competitor offerings.
  • Negotiated and maintained supplier relationships locally and internationally, achieving up to 10% cost savings while maintaining product quality.
  • Optimized inventory and supply chain processes, reducing stock shortages by 30% and improving operational efficiency.
  • Designed and executed go-to-market campaigns, increasing reseller engagement and participation by 35%.
  • Strengthened reseller programs and small business partnerships, contributing to community empowerment initiatives.

Junior Product Manager - Property & Rentals

Company Name
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2017 - 11.2018
  • Conducted tenant and landlord research to identify product improvements, increasing engagement by 25%.
  • Assisted in defining user stories, PRDs, and product requirements for tenant apps, landlord portals, and internal management software.
  • Maintained and prioritized product backlog, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs.
  • Supported QA and UAT testing, delivering high-quality, reliable software releases.
  • Contributed to roadmap planning and launch preparation, enabling timely delivery of new features.

Education

Diploma - Marketing Management

Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria
01.2019

High School Diploma -

Waverley Girls High
Johannesburg
01.2017

Skills

  • Product Strategy & Roadmap Planning
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Customer & Market Research
  • User Insight Analysis
  • Agile & Scrum Project Management
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • KPI Tracking & Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Go-to-Market Strategy & Product Launch Execution
  • Market & Competitive Analysis
  • Supplier & Vendor Relationship Management
  • Jira
  • Trello
  • Asana
  • Mondaycom
  • Figma
  • Miro
  • Confluence
  • Excel
  • Tableau
  • Google Analytics
  • SQL
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Mining Tech
  • Retail & Wholesale
  • Property & Rentals

Websites

Timeline

Senior Product Manager

Lwendo Minerals
01.2021 - 04.2023

Project Manager

Calasca
01.2019 - 12.2020

Junior Product Manager - Property & Rentals

Company Name
01.2017 - 11.2018

Diploma - Marketing Management

Tshwane University of Technology

High School Diploma -

Waverley Girls High

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