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Jessica Mekwunye

Product And Growth Manager
Lekki

Summary

A dedicated and technically savvy product management professional with extensive experience in the travel and aviation industries. Proven track record in driving product innovation, executing technical roadmaps, and managing cross-functional teams using agile methodologies. Excels at translating market needs into technical solutions that improve user experience and drive revenue growth. Adept at partnering with engineering, design, and data teams to develop scalable, customer-centric products.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Regional Product and Sales Manager

Tranzitech
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
03.2022 - Current
  • Technical Leadership: Directed the expansion and technical integration of Tranzitech and Trips Africa’s operations in Kenya by aligning business and technical teams to deliver innovative travel solutions
  • Strategic Partnerships: Activated eight major technical partnerships, enhancing product functionality and market competitiveness
  • Product Roadmap Development: Led the creation and execution of product roadmaps, prioritizing technical features based on customer feedback and emerging trends
  • Market Impact: Drove revenue growth and increased market share by 3% within the first year through the implementation of data-driven strategies
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensured all technical and operational processes complied with industry standards and regulations
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.

Product Manager

Tranzitech
Lagos, Nigeria
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Managed the end-to-end lifecycle of a widget application, collaborating with engineering, design, and quality assurance teams to ensure technical robustness and user satisfaction
  • Market Research & Analysis: Conducted in-depth technical and market research that resulted in a 45% boost in product adoption
  • Performance Monitoring: Implemented performance tracking systems to continuously monitor product performance and guide iterative enhancements
  • Partnership Management: Fostered technical collaborations with banks and airlines, ensuring integration and seamless service delivery
  • Managed full product lifecycle, from ideation through post-launch support, ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place.
  • Thrived in fast-paced, highly-adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product roadmap.

Product Specialist

Tranzitech
Lagos
09.2020 - 03.2021

Technical Support & Training: Delivered technical expertise and support to customers and internal teams, improving product utilization and customer satisfaction

  • Cross-Functional Feedback: Coordinated with engineering and marketing teams to collect and analyze technical feedback, driving iterative product improvements
  • Training Development: Created and delivered technical training materials to onboard partners and internal staff
  • Trained and provided coaching to 10 junior team members.

Product Support

Venture Garden Group
Lagos
02.2020 - 09.2020
  • Operational Excellence: Tracked technical performance metrics, identified system errors, and implemented solutions to minimize service disruptions
  • Customer Resolution: Acted as the technical liaison for flight, hotel, and travel bookings, ensuring prompt resolution of technical issues
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for product support staff, resulting in improved performance.

Team Lead

Jumia Travel Africa
Lagos
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Leadership & Mentorship: Managed and coached a team of customer service representatives, focusing on technical process improvements and customer support efficiency
  • Performance Analysis: Analyzed key performance indicators to optimize team workflows and enhance service delivery through technology
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Customer Service Representative

Jumia Travel Nigeria
Lagos
11.2017 - 01.2019
  • Customer Engagement: Handled inquiries and technical support issues across multiple communication channels, ensuring high-quality user experiences

Education

MBA - In View

Nexford University

B.A. - Linguistics and English

Obafemi Awolowo University

Skills

  • Microsoft Office

  • Tableau

  • Roadmapping

  • backlog prioritization

  • Agile

  • Scrum

  • Bridging between technical teams and stakeholders

  • Collaborating with development teams for seamless third-party integrations

Client relationship management

Market research

Strategic planning

Verbal and written communication

Certification

Certified Product Management, Product Dive, 2022

Timeline

Regional Product and Sales Manager

Tranzitech
03.2022 - Current

Product Manager

Tranzitech
04.2021 - 02.2022

Product Specialist

Tranzitech
09.2020 - 03.2021

Product Support

Venture Garden Group
02.2020 - 09.2020

Team Lead

Jumia Travel Africa
02.2019 - 12.2019

Customer Service Representative

Jumia Travel Nigeria
11.2017 - 01.2019

B.A. - Linguistics and English

Obafemi Awolowo University

MBA - In View

Nexford University
Jessica MekwunyeProduct And Growth Manager