IT Project Manager - Enterprise Solutions

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary package

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Be part of major tech upgrades

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks an IT Project Manager to lead enterprise IT solution projects, focusing on ERP and CRM deployments across the organization. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure successful adoption of new systems while aligning with business objectives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of project management experience, strong stakeholder management and communication skills, and familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management.
• Experience with ERP, CRM, or large-scale business system deployments.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise IT solution projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource needs with stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditures with financial reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including IT, business analysts, vendors, and end-users.
• Identify risks and issues and implement mitigations.
• Communicate status and critical information to stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Business Management

Tools

ERP deployments

CRM implementations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled IT Project Manager to join their team in Bloemfontein , focusing on the implementation of enterprise-wide solutions. This role is key to driving technological advancements and ensuring the successful adoption of new systems across the organization. You will manage projects involving ERP systems, CRM implementations, or other large-scale enterprise software deployments. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical understanding, strong project management discipline, and excellent communication skills to effectively coordinate with diverse teams and stakeholders throughout the Free State province.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of enterprise IT solution projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional teams, including IT specialists, business analysts, vendors, and end-users.
• Identify project risks and issues, develop mitigation plans, and implement corrective actions to ensure project success.
• Communicate project status, updates, and critical information to all relevant stakeholders effectively.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management , specifically managing enterprise-level IT solution implementations.
• Proven experience with ERP, CRM, or other large-scale business system deployments.
• Familiarity with various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong understanding of IT project management principles and best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model to enhance work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Access to professional development and training programs.
• Be part of significant organizational technology upgrades.