Certified PMP Business Transformation Manager

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd in Johannesburg seeks a PMP-certified Business Transformation Manager to drive complex ERP-enabled programmes. You will coordinate programme governance, manage cross-functional workstreams, and ensure timely delivery across technology and business teams.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will contribute to multi-industry transformation initiatives and uphold EY delivery standards within a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifications

• PMP certification mandatory.
• Experience in ERP or technology transformation programmes (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Proven project management experience on medium to large engagements.
• Knowledge of programme governance frameworks and methodologies.
• Experience managing risks, issues, and dependencies.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of large-scale business and technology transformation programmes.
• Manage programme governance, reporting, and tracking (including RAID management).
• Coordinate workstreams, timelines, and interdependencies.
• Support stakeholder engagement across client leadership and delivery teams.
• Develop and maintain programme artefacts and reporting packs.
• Ensure adherence to EY delivery methodologies and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including technology and business stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Structured problem-solving

Delivery discipline

Leadership potential

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Certified PMP Business Transformation Manager

Location: Johannesburg

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Sep 3, 2026

Requisition ID: 1720285

Client Industry: Multi-sector (Healthcare, Manufacturing, Mining, Consumer Products, Financial Services)
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Division: EY Consulting - Business Transformation / Technology Consulting
Reports to: Senior Manager / Partner

About EY

EY is a global leader in assurance, consulting, strategy, tax, and transactions. We help organisations solve complex challenges and unlock value through transformation, technology, and innovation, while building a better working world.

Opportunity Overview

EY Consulting’s Business Transformation practice supports clients in delivering large-scale, technology-enabled transformation programmes, including ERP implementations and upgrades (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).

Due to a strong pipeline of multi-million-dollar engagements, we are expanding our capability by hiring PMP-certified professionals at Manager level to support programme delivery across industries.

Role Description

As a PMP Certified Business Transformation Manager, you will support the delivery of complex transformation programmes, with a strong focus on ERP-enabled initiatives. Working closely with Programme Leads, you will be responsible for structured execution, governance, and coordination across multiple workstreams.

You will play a key role in ensuring delivery excellence, supporting stakeholders across business and IT functions, and contributing to the successful implementation of technology transformation programmes aligned to client strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support delivery of large-scale business and technology transformation programmes
• Manage programme governance, reporting, and tracking (including RAID management)
• Coordinate workstreams, timelines, and interdependencies
• Support stakeholder engagement across client leadership and delivery teams
• Develop and maintain programme artefacts and reporting packs
• Ensure adherence to EY delivery methodologies and quality standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including technology and business stakeholders

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Structured problem-solving and analytical thinking
• High attention to detail and delivery discipline
• Ability to work in complex, fast-paced environments
• Collaborative team player with leadership potential

Technical Requirements

• PMP certification (mandatory)
• Experience in ERP or technology transformation programmes (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Proven project management experience on medium to large engagements
• Knowledge of programme governance frameworks and methodologies
• Experience managing risks, issues, and dependencies

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