IT & Customs Systems Lead - Driving Digital Transformation

Fempower; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics leader in South Africa is seeking an experienced IT & Customs Systems Manager to oversee critical customs applications. You will manage a diverse team, ensuring system functionality aligns with operational requirements while driving digital transformation projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in IT and over 4 years in project management and database management, combined with strong technical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' project management experience within an IT or logistics environment.
• 4+ years' experience with database management (SQL).
• Proven experience leading diverse teams in a collaborative style.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, maintenance, and optimisation of customs applications.
• Partner with IT development for functionality alignment.
• Manage end‑to‑end system performance and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Database management (SQL)

Customs and clearing systems knowledge

Technical skills (C#, SQL, HTML, Python)

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in IT, Computer Science

Job description

A global logistics leader in South Africa is seeking an experienced IT & Customs Systems Manager to oversee critical customs applications. You will manage a diverse team, ensuring system functionality aligns with operational requirements while driving digital transformation projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in IT and over 4 years in project management and database management, combined with strong technical and leadership skills.