AI & Automation Transformation Lead

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabenza IT & Recruitment in Stellenbosch, South Africa, seeks an AI & Automation Manager to build and lead an AI & Automation function as a business unit. You will set direction, manage a talented team, own the project pipeline, and personally deliver high-impact initiatives using AI and automation technologies.

You will drive strategy, identify high-value opportunities, and lead complex projects end-to-end from analysis to benefit realization.

Qualifications

• Experience leading AI/automation initiatives that deliver measurable business value.
• Ability to coach and manage a diverse automation team across projects.
• Proven track record of translating business challenges into practical automation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the AI and automation team, setting priorities and tracking delivery.
• Own the company-wide AI and automation strategy and stakeholder engagement across divisions.
• Deliver hands-on with Microsoft Power Platform and AI on high-impact initiatives.

Skills

Strategic leadership

People management

Cross-functional collaboration

AI & automation strategy

Business analysis

Tools

Microsoft Power Platform

Copilot Studio

Power Automate

Power Pages

SharePoint

Job description

Sabenza IT & Recruitment in Stellenbosch, South Africa, seeks an AI & Automation Manager to build and lead an AI & Automation function as a business unit. You will set direction, manage a talented team, own the project pipeline, and personally deliver high-impact initiatives using AI and automation technologies.

You will drive strategy, identify high-value opportunities, and lead complex projects end-to-end from analysis to benefit realization.