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Product Manager (Machine Learning)

Takealot GroupCape TownTakealot.com Product
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Salary
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
11 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Takealot.com is seeking a talented Product Manager in Machine Learning to join the team in Cape Town. This role suits a smart, creative, and driven professional ready to scale AI-driven initiatives in a hyper-growth e-commerce environment.

Role Overview

Operating from Cape Town within the Takealot.com Product department, this position reports directly to the Product Lead for Data Monetisation and ML. The professional in this role will shape and execute the machine learning roadmap across key artificial intelligence focus areas, specifically supporting merchants in retail and marketplace operations as well as supply chain and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

Create and facilitate the delivery of the machine learning roadmap for key AI focus areas including merchants, supply chain, and logistics.
Partner with business units to identify opportunities for meaningful results through machine learning solutions and prioritize roadmap projects with stakeholders.
Collaborate daily with dedicated machine learning engineers to reliably deliver projects against quarterly timelines.
Gather quantitative and qualitative data to formulate product requirements, define success metrics, and track project performance.
Act as an evangelist for machine learning across the served business vertical, helping stakeholders understand AI capabilities, value, and limitations.
Break down large challenges into iterative improvements that address customer and stakeholder needs while balancing long-term vision with short-term wins.

Requirements

Possess 7+ years of related and transferable experience, or 3+ years of dedicated product management experience.
Bring experience leading cross-functional projects, preferably within high-traffic environments.
Demonstrate familiarity with agile methods and project management tools in timeline-sensitive settings.
Maintain high accountability for meeting deadlines and ship dates.
Understand AI, machine learning, and engineering fundamentals to collaborate effectively with data scientists.
Show strong commercial acumen for e-commerce, along with data-diving skills to generate product insights.
Hold advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, plus experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, BigQuery, or similar technologies in high-load settings.

Nice to Have

A proven track record in delivering machine learning or data products, covering AI problem definition, data strategies, and building ML MVPs at scale.
Experience using Python, R, or RStudio to aid product decision-making.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or Management Science.

Skills and Tools

Python
Machine Learning and Data Science Fundamentals
MySQL, PostgreSQL, and BigQuery
Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
Agile Methodologies

About the Company

Takealot.com stands as South Africa’s leading online retailer, serving over 4.5 million shoppers across a wide array of departments. Part of the broader Takealot Group—which includes Mr D and TFS—the company champions a dynamic, open culture with no closed doors, hybrid work flexibility, mentorship programs, and ongoing learning access via platforms like Coursera and Udacity.

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements should submit their application directly through the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonMachine Learning

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This position is based in Cape Town, offering a hybrid working model.

What department does this role belong to?

The role sits within the Takealot.com Product department.

How many years of experience are required?

The position requires 7+ years of related and transferable experience, or 3+ years of product management experience.

What are the primary focus areas for the machine learning roadmap?

The focus areas include merchants in retail and marketplace, as well as supply chain and logistics.

Who does this position report to?

The role reports to the Product Lead for Data Monetisation & ML.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Takealot Group careers page.

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