Christo Goosen
About Christo Goosen
Christo Goosen is a Group Product Manager currently working at sennder in Amsterdam. He has extensive experience in product management and design, having held various roles in companies across South Africa, the United Kingdom, and Sweden.
Current Role at sennder
Christo Goosen serves as the Group Product Manager at sennder, a role he has held since 2022. Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, he focuses on product vision, value creation, and enhancing customer experience. His responsibilities include empowering cross-functional teams to deliver iterative product value. Goosen's leadership mindset fosters an environment that encourages and supports team members in achieving their goals.
Previous Experience at The Shoprite Group
Before joining sennder, Christo Goosen worked as a Senior Product Manager at The Shoprite Group of Companies from 2018 to 2021. During his three years in this role, based in Cape Town, Western Cape, he was involved in strategic discussions with senior management and facilitated outcome-driven conversations with development teams. His experience at Shoprite contributed to his expertise in product management.
Founding Vision Digital Media
Christo Goosen founded Vision Digital Media, where he served as the Founder from 2015 to 2016. This role was based in the Cape Town Area, South Africa, and marked a significant step in his career, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and ability to lead projects from inception to execution.
Educational Background in Design
Christo Goosen holds a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Industrial and Product Design from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, where he studied from 2003 to 2006. He also earned a Master's Degree in Interaction Design from Malmö University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2008. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in design principles and user experience.
Diverse Work History
Christo Goosen has a diverse work history that includes roles such as Product Manager at Zapper South Africa from 2016 to 2018 and Senior Product Manager at Just Eat Takeaway.com from 2021 to 2022. He also held positions as Operations Manager and Community Manager at Games-Masters.com LTD. in the UK, and as an Interaction Designer at X2 Design in Sweden. His varied experiences contribute to his comprehensive understanding of product management and user experience.