IT Project Manager - Business Systems Implementation

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development and training

Modern office facilities in Pretoria

Pension fund contribution

Generous leave allocation

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead ERP/CRM/HRIS implementations with a hybrid work model. You will manage the full project lifecycle from requirements to deployment, coordinating with business stakeholders, IT teams and external vendors for successful adoption.

You should have a Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/BA, 5+ years of IT project management experience, and strong skills in Agile/Waterfall, leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, BA or related field.
• 5+ years of IT project management experience focused on business systems.
• Experience with ERP, CRM or similar enterprise software.
• Strong understanding of business processes across functions.
• Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Hybrid work experience; PMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and delivery of IT projects for business systems.
• Define scope, goals, deliverables and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines and risks.
• Coordinate between business units, IT teams and vendors.
• Oversee configuration, data migration and integration testing.
• Facilitate UAT and production handover; report progress to stakeholders.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology / Computer Science / Business Administration

PMP certification or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

CRM systems

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the financial services sector, is actively seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the implementation of critical business systems. This role involves managing the entire project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and system design to user acceptance testing and full deployment. You will work closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure successful integration and adoption of new technologies. This position offers a hybrid work model, combining the benefits of remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration for key project phases and team synergy within our Pretoria offices. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of enterprise systems, and a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. You will be instrumental in optimizing business processes and enhancing operational efficiency through technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and successful delivery of IT projects focused on business systems implementation (e.g., ERP, CRM, HRIS).
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and key stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate activities between business units, IT development teams, and third-party vendors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee the system configuration, customization, data migration, and integration testing phases.
• Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure a smooth transition to production environments.
• Provide regular project status updates, reports, and presentations to stakeholders at all levels.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and changes, implementing effective mitigation and resolution strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT project management, with a strong emphasis on business systems implementation.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects involving ERP, CRM, or similar enterprise-level software.
• Solid understanding of business processes across various functional areas (e.g., finance, HR, operations).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment.
• PMP certification or equivalent is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Structured hybrid work arrangement balancing remote and office work.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Access to modern office facilities and technology.
• Pension fund contribution.
• Generous leave allocation.