Project Manager

Kerridge Commercial Systems Corp; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software solutions provider in Johannesburg seeks a Project Manager to lead teams in delivering integrated software solutions. This role involves managing multiple projects, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with sales teams. Applicants should have knowledge of project management methodologies and a desire to improve processes. This position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing flexibility between office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering technology projects, particularly SaaS and ERP.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdepartmental teams to complete projects on time.
• Conduct cost analysis and prepare budgets.
• Communicate with sales and marketing teams to promote projects.

Skills

Project management methodology

User engagement

Budget management

Attention to detail

Experience with project management tools

Job description

Klipboard has a flexible hybrid work policy where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home, combining office collaboration with remote work.

Klipboard provides specialist software services and support to deliver fully integrated trading and business management solutions to companies in the distributive trade worldwide. With deep experience in ERP / SaaS solutions, Klipboard serves a wide range of clients from small traders to multinational enterprises, including wholesalers, distributors, merchants and retailers. Klipboard has offices in the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands, South Africa, Kenya and North America. Our mission is to design and deliver high performance integrated ERP solutions that enable our distributive trade customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively.

Working within the Professional Services Group, this role focuses on delivering our suite of products to both new and existing customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads an interdepartmental team to complete an assigned project on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency.
• Outlines the tasks involved in the project and delegates accordingly.
• Conducts cost analysis, estimating expected costs for the project.
• Prepares and implements a budget based on estimates.
• Conducts risk assessments; reports identified risks to management; provides recommendations for mitigation of risk (including termination of the project if appropriate).
• Addresses questions, concerns and/or complaints throughout the project.
• Acts as a liaison between company customers and vendors.
• Communicates and collaborates with sales and marketing teams to provide training and information required to promote and sell new projects, programs and systems.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual and company regulations, standards, specifications and best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Key Requirements

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of an industry-recognised project management methodology
• Ability to engage with users through to board level
• Experience of managing multiple projects at any one time
• Experience of delivering technology projects (software, SaaS, ERP, etc.)
• Experience of managing budgets and delivering to deadlines
• Ability to understand customer requirements
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in all aspects of the project lifecycle
• Experience of using project management tools
• A desire to succeed and improve processes and add value always
• You must hold a full SA driving license and be able to travel to client sites, with some projects requiring overnight stays when necessary

Desirable

• Experience of using or project managing ERP upgrades, implementations and releases

Company Info

You may also have seen from our recent posts that we are excited to begin sharing our new company name: Klipboard. Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is becoming Klipboard, and our new brand is designed to bring together our expertise across distribution, automotive, retail, rental, transport management, manufacturing and field service management. We have offices across the world and we are looking for talented individuals to join our growing teams. Due to our growth, it is an exciting time to join us as we enter our next chapter.

Equal Opportunities

As a global company we value and respect the diversity of our workforce, aiming to empower everyone to embrace each other's differences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity and inclusion are integral to our company and culture.

If you require any help, adjustments and/or support during the interview and offer process, please advise our TA or HR team.

We recognise that skills and experience come in many forms and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion. If you are passionate about this role and believe you have the right mindset and transferrable skills, we would love to hear from you!

Recruitment agencies: Klipboard does not accept agency speculative resumes. We currently accept CVs only from agencies on our PSL who have been assigned specific positions. Please do not forward resumes to our careers site or directly to Klipboard employees as this does not constitute an introduction and Klipboard will not be liable for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. If you wish to be considered for our PSL, please email us; however, we receive a high volume of requests and cannot accept them all.