IT Software Project Manager - AI & Digital

Randstad Sourceright; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Sourceright is partnering with a leading FMCG company in Docklands, Melbourne. The IT Software Project Manager will oversee software delivery and AI initiatives, managing vendor partners and stakeholders to deliver end-to-end digital solutions within time and budget.

The role is hybrid in Port Melbourne (3 days in the office) on a 6-month contract, with ASAP start. You will report to the Head of IT Programme Management Office and drive governance, risk, and financial control across the

Qualifications

• Hands-on project delivery experience in SDLC with software initiatives.
• Experience with AI, data or digital transformation projects.
• Strong vendor and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and governance capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end software delivery lifecycle (SDLC) across multiple digital projects.
• Partner with AI stakeholders to oversee AI/data initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships and key stakeholders to keep projects aligned.
• Ensure governance, budgeting, and status reporting per PMO frameworks.

Skills

SDLC

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Governance

Budget control

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Job description

IT Software Project Manager - AI & Digital

Randstad Sourceright is proud to be partnering with and working alongside a leading FMCG company headquartered in Docklands, Melbourne. This company has multiple manufacturing sites across Australia alongside many well known household brands/products.

Reporting to the Head of IT Programme Management Office, this hands-on project delivery role is responsible for overseeing software implementation and AI initiatives, managing vendor partners, and delivering end-to-end digital solutions while maintaining strong stakeholder engagement across the delivery lifecycle.

Role: IT Software Project Manager - AI & Ditigal

Location: Port Melbourne - hybrid (3 days in the office)

Job Type: Contract - 6 Months (ongoing)

Start Date: ASAP

Rate: depending on experience

Responsibilities:

Project Delivery: Lead end-to-end software delivery lifecycle (SDLC) management across multiple concurrent digital projects, driving initiation, execution, and go-live within time, scope, and budget constraints.

AI & Innovation Initiatives: Partner closely with AI stakeholders to oversee the implementation, integration, and adoption of artificial intelligence and data-driven initiatives.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Navigate complex vendor relationships and engage challenging business stakeholders, maintaining composure, managing expectations, and keeping key decision-makers aligned.

Governance & Financial Control: Manage project financials, forecasting, risk/issue mitigation (CRAID logs), and status reporting to ensure strict adherence to PMO governance frameworks.

Experience:

Background: Proven track record as an IT Project Manager leading software delivery lifecycle (SDLC) initiatives, with specific hands-on exposure to AI, data, or digital transformation projects.

Scale & Environment: Demonstrated experience in mid-tier enterprise environments successfully delivering multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced settings.

Core Skills: Strong vendor oversight and third-party delivery management capabilities combined with robust risk, budget, and scope control.

Soft Skills: Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a calm, resilient, and diplomatic demeanor when managing difficult stakeholders and steering committees.

At Randstad Sourceright we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.