WeRize - Product/Growth/Category Manager - SME Loan/Savings Portfolio

About the Role:

We are looking for a dynamic and analytical Product / Growth / Category Manager to lead our SME Loan/Savings portfolio. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in managing unsecured loan products, driving P&L ownership, and building strategies that enhance customer lifecycle and business profitability. The candidate must bring prior experience in a fintech, NBFC, or banking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Own and deliver P&L metrics across the SME loan/Savings portfolio through data-driven product strategies.

- Drive end-to-end campaigns and initiatives to acquire, engage, and retain SME/Savings customers, ensuring alignment with business targets and performance metrics.

- Lead business case submissions, detailed costings, and profitability evaluations for new and existing products.

- Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives across the SME loan/Savings product line.

- Evaluate and execute new business opportunities to expand market reach or enhance revenue streams within the SME lending segment.

- Deliver key components of the Customer Value Management strategy by identifying high-impact growth opportunities.

- Continuously innovate on processes, product design, and service delivery to improve the customer experience and operational efficiency.

- Work closely with cross-functional teams including credit, analytics, marketing, and technology to ensure smooth execution of product initiatives.

Requirements:

- Minimum 3 years of experience in product/growth/category management within an NBFC, fintech, or banking setup.

- Strong understanding of SME lending, unsecured loan products, and customer lifecycle strategies.

- Experience in managing end-to-end product strategies with direct P&L accountability.

- Data-driven decision maker with strong analytical skills and business acumen.

- Excellent project management, stakeholder collaboration, and communication skills.