Project Manager

Talent on Tap; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A results-driven consulting firm located in Midrand, South Africa, is seeking an Operations-minded Project Manager to oversee and manage sales and marketing projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on operational and strategic execution. You will be expected to drive initiatives effectively, manage project budgets, and coordinate cross-departmental collaboration to achieve business outcomes. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of marketing principles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management or similar execution-driven role.
• Experience in sales and marketing environments with successful project execution.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage sales and marketing projects end-to-end.
• Translate strategic objectives into detailed project plans.
• Drive sales and marketing initiatives and track performance metrics.

Skills

Project management

Sales and marketing

Strategic thinking

Operational management

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business Management, Marketing, or Project Management

Job description

We’re looking for a results-driven, highly organised Operations-minded Project Manager with strong exposure to Sales and Marketing. This person is not a traditional Marketing or Sales Manager, but rather a strategic executor - someone who can plan, coordinate, and deliver cross-functional projects, drive commercial outcomes, and ensure initiatives are implemented efficiently, on time, and within budget.

This individual will serve as the link between strategy and execution, working closely with the leadership team to turn ideas into actionable campaigns and projects that grow the brand, generate leads, and improve overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage sales and marketing projects end-to-end, from planning and budgeting to execution and post-implementation review.
• Translate strategic objectives into detailed project plans with measurable deliverables and clear accountability.
• Coordinate cross-departmental collaboration, ensuring operations, sales, and marketing efforts are aligned and mutually reinforcing.
• Drive sales and marketing initiatives (campaigns, activations, community engagement, events, digital campaigns, etc.) and track performance metrics.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring initiatives are delivered within approved cost frameworks and with measurable ROI.
• Monitor progress against timelines and objectives, proactively identifying risks and bottlenecks.
• Mobilise and motivate team members across departments to meet milestones and deliverables.
• Support leadership with strategic planning, performance reporting, and operational insights.
• Build simple, effective systems for tracking projects, budgets, and outcomes.
• Champion continuous improvement in how projects are scoped, executed, and reviewed.

Key Competencies

• Strong project and operational management skills — structured, disciplined, and execution-oriented.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong commercial understanding and business acumen - can link operational activity to revenue and growth outcomes.
• Solid understanding of marketing and sales principles, including campaign execution, funnel management, and customer engagement.
• High people leadership capability - able to coordinate, influence, and drive accountability across teams.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment where priorities shift and delivery is key.
• Data-driven and analytical — able to evaluate project success through measurable outcomes.

Experience & Background

• 5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or a similar execution-driven role.
• Demonstrated exposure to sales and marketing environments and successful project execution (campaigns, brand initiatives, lead generation, community activations, or digital marketing projects).
• Proven track record of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously and delivering within deadlines and budget.
• Strong experience working cross-functionally with leadership, sales, marketing, and operations teams.
• Tertiary qualification in Business Management, Marketing, or Project Management preferred (or equivalent practical experience).

Ideal Profile

A dynamic, commercially minded operator who thrives on getting things done — someone who understands both the creative and analytical sides of business. They enjoy planning, coordinating, and ensuring that people, processes, and projects move efficiently from idea to impact.