Project Manager - Agri-Business Expansion

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Autonomy and impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a fully remote role focused on expanding an agri-business footprint. You will drive end-to-end projects across concept to completion, coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a distributed setup.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in project management within agriculture or food production, strong business acumen, and excellent communication; proficiency with PM tools like Asana, Trello, and Monday.com is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management, preferably in agri-business or food production.
• Experience managing remote teams and distributed work environments.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with PM tools such as Asana, Trello, Monday.com.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans including scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee project execution ensuring timelines, quality, and budget adherence.
• Conduct feasibility studies and market research for new initiatives.
• Manage relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners.
• Identify and mitigate project risks; develop contingency plans.
• Monitor progress with KPIs and provide status reports to senior management.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders in a remote environment.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
• Drive process improvements and innovations in project delivery.
• Close projects with documentation and lessons learned.

Skills

Project management

Remote team leadership

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Agricultural Science, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Asana

Trello

Monday.com

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading agri-business with significant operations in the Paarl, Western Cape region, is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to spearhead expansion initiatives. This role is integral to growing the company's market share and enhancing its operational capabilities through strategic projects. You will manage the full project lifecycle, from initial concept development and feasibility studies to implementation and successful project completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, ideally within the agricultural or food production sectors, coupled with excellent business acumen. This is a fully remote position, allowing for significant flexibility, but requiring strong self-discipline and communication skills to effectively manage teams and stakeholders remotely. You will play a crucial role in driving innovation and efficiency within the company's operations, supporting the growth of the agri-business sector in Paarl and beyond. We are looking for a proactive individual who can deliver results in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets for agri-business expansion projects.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints.
• Conduct feasibility studies and market research to support new project initiatives.
• Manage relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans as necessary.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular status reports to senior management.
• Facilitate effective communication among all project stakeholders, especially in a remote environment.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and best practices.
• Drive process improvements and innovation within project delivery.
• Manage project closure activities, including documentation and lessons learned.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Agricultural Science, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a strong preference for experience in the agri-business or food production industry.
• Proven ability to manage projects from initiation to successful completion.
• Experience managing remote teams and working effectively in a distributed environment.
• Strong understanding of business operations and expansion strategies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com).
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Familiarity with the Paarl, Western Cape agricultural landscape is an advantage.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary and the significant advantage of fully remote work.
• You will be part of a growing company with opportunities to contribute meaningfully to its expansion.
• While specific benefits are tailored for remote roles, the company values professional development and offers opportunities for learning and skill enhancement.
• This position is ideal for an experienced project manager seeking autonomy and impact within the agri-business sector.