Project Manager

United Exports; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Project Manager to lead impactful business and IT projects that enhance operational efficiency and reporting capabilities. This role involves executing projects, analyzing business processes, and ensuring the successful adoption of new technologies. The ideal candidate will collaborate with key stakeholders, manage project timelines, and drive process improvements aligned with strategic goals. If you're passionate about leading projects and making a difference in an organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in project management or business analysis.
• Strong skills in gathering and documenting business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver business and IT projects on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with teams to design and implement process improvements.

Skills

Business Analysis

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Business Management

Project Management Certification (PMP/PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Office

Jira

Asana

Microsoft Project

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The Project Manager will be responsible for leading and delivering business and IT projects that drive operational improvements and enhance reporting capabilities. This role will focus on project execution, business process analysis, and ensuring seamless adoption of new technology solutions. Working closely with key stakeholders, the Project Manager will translate business needs into practical solutions, manage reporting requirements, and oversee process improvements that align with the organisation's strategic goals.

Key Performance Outputs

• Plan and execute business and IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with company objectives.
• Track project progress, manage timelines, and facilitate stakeholder meetings.
• Gather, analyse, and document business requirements, ensuring clear alignment with project objectives.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to design and implement process improvements.
• Facilitate workshops to resolve issues and refine project scope, business processes, and reporting needs.
• Oversee stakeholder engagement, ensuring effective communication of project deliverables and risks.
• Coordinate resource planning, including internal teams and external consultants.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Provide regular project updates and reporting to stakeholders and senior management.
• Assist with user acceptance testing, training, and change management to support project adoption.
• Support business intelligence and reporting initiatives by defining key metrics and ensuring data accuracy.
• Evaluate existing business processes and systems, recommending enhancements to improve efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration and alignment with business goals.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications / Education

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Management, Information Systems, or Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2).
• 3-5 years of experience in a project management or business analysis role.
• Experience in ERP implementations, business intelligence/reporting projects, or operational process improvements is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), with experience in data reporting and visualization tools being a plus.
  
  

Functional / Technical

• Strong business analysis skills, including gathering, documenting, and translating business needs into actionable solutions.
• Experience in managing both IT and business process improvement projects.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with the capacity to drive process optimization.
• Ability to create clear and effective reports, dashboards, and insights for business decision-making.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
• Understanding of business intelligence, reporting, and data management principles.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, ensuring alignment between IT and business teams.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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