PMO Project Manager — End-to-End Delivery Leader

Hungry Lion; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food retailer in Stellenbosch seeks a Project Manager to lead and support strategic and operational initiatives. The role involves managing full project lifecycles, developing detailed project plans, and ensuring successful adoption of updates across the organization. Ideal candidates will have a relevant Bachelor’s degree, formal project management certification, and at least 3 years of experience in fast-paced environments. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for driving project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ project management experience, preferably in QSR, retail, FMCG, or similar environments.
• Proven track record delivering operational or technology-enabled projects.
• Experience in coordinating across multiple stakeholders and functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle delivery for assigned initiatives, ensuring timely implementation.
• Develop project plans, milestones, timelines, and resource plans.
• Maintain strong project governance, including scope, timing, risk, and communication management.

Skills

Project delivery coordination

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Multi-site management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or relevant field

PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, or equivalent qualification

Job description

A leading food retailer in Stellenbosch seeks a Project Manager to lead and support strategic and operational initiatives. The role involves managing full project lifecycles, developing detailed project plans, and ensuring successful adoption of updates across the organization. Ideal candidates will have a relevant Bachelor’s degree, formal project management certification, and at least 3 years of experience in fast-paced environments. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for driving project success.