Lead Project Manager - E-commerce Platform Development

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary with bonus

Medical aid/retirement benefits

Career development opportunities

Sandton, Gauteng office

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Lead Project Manager to oversee the development and enhancement of an e-commerce platform. You will lead a team of coordinators, coordinating with development, marketing, and operations to deliver a cutting-edge online shopping experience.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in project management with 5+ years in e-commerce, strong knowledge of Magento, Shopify Plus, and backend integrations, and proven leadership and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of project management experience, with 5+ years in e-commerce platform development or digital product management.
• Experience leading complex web-based application projects and knowledge of e-commerce technologies (Magento, Shopify Plus, custom builds).
• Strong experience with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and MS Project; excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment in Sandton, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of e-commerce platform development projects.
• Manage scope, timelines, budgets, and resources; provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with development teams, UI/UX, marketing, and external vendors.
• Ensure performance, scalability, security, and user experience standards for the platform.
• Implement agile practices to drive faster iterations and continuous improvement.
• Oversee integration with ERP, CRM, WMS and other backend systems; drive platform optimization and CRO initiatives.
• Mentor junior project team members and manage risk and dependencies.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Business Administration

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding retail group, is seeking an experienced Lead Project Manager to oversee the development and enhancement of their e-commerce platform. This critical role will involve managing projects related to new feature implementations, website upgrades, and integration with backend systems. You will lead a team of project coordinators and liaise closely with development, marketing, and operations teams to ensure a seamless and cutting-edge online shopping experience for customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of e-commerce technologies and agile methodologies. This is a hybrid role, requiring collaboration in the Sandton, Gauteng office and flexibility for remote work.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of e-commerce platform development projects. Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful outcomes. Coordinate with internal development teams, UI/UX designers, marketing, and external vendors. Ensure the platform meets high standards for performance, scalability, security, and user experience. Implement agile methodologies to drive efficient development cycles and continuous improvement. Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular project status updates. Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies. Oversee the integration of the e-commerce platform with other business systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, WMS). Drive initiatives for platform optimization, including A/B testing and conversion rate improvements. Mentor and guide junior project team members.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on e-commerce platform development or digital product management. Proven success in managing complex web-based application projects. Strong understanding of e-commerce technologies, platforms (e.g., Magento, Shopify Plus, custom builds), and online retail trends. Experience with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project). A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience with API integrations and backend system management. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment, with regular collaboration in Sandton, Gauteng .

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, reflecting the importance of this role.
• The hybrid work model provides flexibility between office-based collaboration and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits are provided.
• Excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development in the digital commerce space are available.
• You will be part of a forward-thinking company shaping the future of online retail in Sandton, Gauteng .