Operations Project Manager

Level-Up; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A project management company in Johannesburg seeks a Project Manager to lead internal and external projects, ensuring they meet time and budget constraints. This role involves strategic oversight, change management, and collaboration with various teams. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of project management experience and relevant qualifications. A focus on fostering continuous improvement is necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex projects.
• Comfortable working in a warehousing or operations environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project alignment.
• Drive change management initiatives and support adoption.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Strategic mindset

Ability to work under pressure

Strong organizational skills

Excellent presentation skills

Proficient in project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Relevant certifications in project management

Tools

MS Project

Trello

Monday.com

Job description

Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and executing initiatives across the organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to project coordination, focusing on driving efficiency and ensuring successful outcomes. Additionally, the Project Manager will serve as a Key Account Administrator, overseeing key client initiatives and internal projects while providing administrative support to the senior management team.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Oversee and manage multiple internal and external projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Key Account Administration: Provide proactive administrative support to the senior management team, including travel coordination, schedule management, meeting organization, and other tasks to ensure efficient operations and effective time management.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Finance, HR, etc.) to align project and process improvement efforts with organizational objectives. Facilitate clear communication with stakeholders to secure understanding and support for changes.
• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data to evaluate the impact of improvement initiatives and track progress. Leverage data insights to inform decisions and refine strategies as needed.
• Change Facilitation: Drive change management initiatives by developing clear communication plans and delivering training to ensure smooth adoption of new processes or systems. Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of projects and improvement initiatives, including objectives, actions, and outcomes. Compile and present reports to senior leadership, outlining project progress, results, and potential opportunities for growth.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or equivalent professional experience in managing projects and coordinating key client and internal initiatives.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or coordinating key client and internal initiatives, preferably in a warehousing, logistics, or operations environment.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex projects, meeting deadlines, and delivering measurable outcomes for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a warehousing or operations environment, with the ability to adapt to on-site challenges and dynamic conditions.

Skills

• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to influence change and inspire teams to achieve shared goals.
• A strategic mindset with a strong focus on results and process efficiency.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Skilled at fostering and inspiring a culture of continuous improvement across teams to drive organizational success.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to engage with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Proficient in the use of project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Monday.com, or similar).
• Highly adaptable, with the ability to work in dynamic environments, including warehousing and operations settings, while maintaining a focus on project goals.

Required Skills

Adoption Analysis, Project Coordination, Process Improvement, Facilitation, Presentation Skills, Trello, Operations Management, Change Management, Travel, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Records, Time Management, Finance Software, Project Management, Engineering Leadership, Business Training, Communication Management