Project Manager, Business Systems Implementation

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Hybrid/Remote work

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Project Manager to lead the implementation of critical business systems for a financial services client. You will manage the full lifecycle from requirements gathering and vendor selection to deployment and post-implementation support, ensuring integration with core applications.

The role demands strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of delivering complex IT projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience in business systems or ERP implementations.
• Experience managing projects involving financial systems, CRM, or other core business applications.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and PM methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resources, and risk assessments.
• Oversee selection and implementation of new business systems ensuring they meet requirements and integrate.
• Manage relationships with system vendors and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Lead and motivate project teams including internal staff and external consultants.
• Monitor progress, identify issues, and implement timely corrective actions.
• Conduct status meetings with stakeholders and provide project reports.
• Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.

Skills

Project management

SDLC

Agile

Waterfall

Jira

MS Project

Stakeholder management

Requirements gathering

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Business Admin

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing enterprise in the financial services sector, is looking for a meticulous and results-oriented Project Manager to lead the implementation of critical business systems. This role is central to enhancing our client's operational capabilities and ensuring seamless integration of new technologies. You will manage the entire lifecycle of system implementation projects, from requirements gathering and vendor selection to deployment and post-implementation support. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent stakeholder management abilities, and a proven track record in delivering complex IT projects. This opportunity in Welkom, Free State , offers a chance to significantly impact business operations and contribute to the technological advancement of our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resources, and risk assessments.
• Oversee the selection and implementation of new business systems, ensuring they meet business requirements and integrate effectively.
• Manage relationships with system vendors, ensuring contractual obligations are met and deliverables are achieved.
• Lead and motivate project teams, including internal staff and external consultants, to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement timely corrective actions.
• Conduct regular status meetings with stakeholders and provide comprehensive project reports.
• Ensure that all project documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, specifically focused on business systems or ERP implementations.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects involving financial systems, CRM, or other core business applications.
• Strong understanding of system development lifecycles (SDLC) and various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience within the Free State region is advantageous.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement planning
• excellent opportunities for professional growth
• This hybrid role provides the flexibility to work remotely and from our offices in Welkom , fostering a productive and balanced work environment