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Placements24 is recruiting a strategic Senior Project Manager for a national mining leader to drive enterprise-wide application implementations. The role is based remotely with occasional travel to Kimberley and focuses on ERP upgrades, CRM deployments, and other critical systems to improve efficiency and decision-making.
You will lead cross-functional teams, define scope with stakeholders, manage budgets and risks, and ensure seamless integration of new technologies across a complex IT
Our client, a national leader in the mining sector, is seeking a strategic Senior Project Manager to lead the implementation and integration of enterprise-wide applications across their operations. Based remotely with occasional travel to **Kimberley**, this role is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making through advanced business systems. You will manage projects involving ERP upgrades, CRM implementations, and other critical enterprise software solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of business processes, a solid technical foundation, and a proven ability to manage complex IT projects, leading cross-functional teams and ensuring seamless integration of new technologies. This is a key opportunity to drive significant digital transformation within a major industry player.
Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of enterprise application projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives. Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with business stakeholders and IT leadership. Manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and risks, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Oversee the selection, implementation, and integration of new enterprise software solutions (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Salesforce). Facilitate communication and collaboration among project teams, business unit representatives, and external vendors. Manage change management processes to ensure smooth adoption of new systems and processes by end-users. Develop comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, risk assessments, and training materials. Ensure solutions meet business requirements, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. Conduct post-implementation reviews and identify opportunities for continuous system improvement.
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field. Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on implementing and managing enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, SCM). Proven track record of successfully delivering complex enterprise IT projects. Solid understanding of mining industry business processes and requirements is a significant advantage. Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, ServiceNow). Excellent stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities in a dynamic, distributed environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. PMP or PRINCE2 certification is highly desirable.
Our client offers a competitive annual salary, complemented by a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical aid, a retirement fund, and life insurance. Significant opportunities for professional development, including advanced training and certifications, are readily available. Employees benefit from working remotely with occasional travel to project sites and key offices, offering flexibility and diverse exposure. Join our client and play a crucial role in optimizing enterprise systems in the mining sector.