Project Manager - Business Development Initiatives

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health coverage

Retirement savings options

Remote work

Professional development

Flexible work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Manager to drive business development initiatives in a fully remote role, with a focus on market opportunities, partnerships, and new service launches. You will lead diverse projects from inception to completion within a collaborative virtual team.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project management with BD/strategic planning experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with Asana or Monday.com.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience with a strong background in business development, strategic planning or new product/service launches.
• Proven success in managing projects from initiation to closure, delivering tangible business results.
• Excellent analytical and market research skills; ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong understanding of business strategy, market dynamics, and partnership development.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for remote work.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., Asana, Monday.com) and collaboration tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics or related field; MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and successful completion of business development projects including market research and new venture launches.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines and resources.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new opportunities and strategic alliances.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing and product teams to align project goals with strategy.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditures within financial constraints.
• Identify and mitigate risks; develop contingency plans as needed.
• Facilitate reporting to senior management on progress and outcomes.
• Manage relationships with external partners and vendors involved in BD activities.
• Drive innovation and process improvements within the BD function.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

MBA

Marketing degree

Economics degree

Tools

Asana

Monday.com

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding consulting firm, is seeking a motivated and strategic Project Manager to lead key business development initiatives. This fully remote role is ideal for a proactive individual looking to drive growth and innovation. You will be responsible for managing projects that explore new market opportunities, develop strategic partnerships, and launch new service offerings. The position requires excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage diverse projects from inception through completion. Working within a dynamic and collaborative virtual team, you will play a critical role in shaping the company's future trajectory. This position, while remote, is particularly suited for individuals located in or interested in the Polokwane region, fostering connections within the local business ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful completion of business development projects, including market research, feasibility studies, and new venture launches.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Conduct market analysis and identify new business opportunities and potential strategic alliances.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, marketing, product development) to align project goals with overall business strategy.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure projects are delivered within financial constraints.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Facilitate effective communication and reporting to senior management and stakeholders on project progress and outcomes.
• Manage relationships with external partners and vendors involved in business development activities.
• Drive innovation and identify opportunities for process improvements within the business development function.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of project management experience, with a strong background in business development, strategic planning, or new product/service launches.
• Proven success in managing projects from initiation to closure, delivering tangible business results.
• Excellent analytical and market research skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong understanding of business strategy, market dynamics, and partnership development.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, suitable for a remote work environment.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Asana, Monday.com) and collaborative tools.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field; an MBA is a plus.
• Must be comfortable working in a fully remote capacity, demonstrating strong self-discipline and time management skills, with an awareness of the Polokwane economic landscape.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance-driven bonuses, comprehensive health coverage, and retirement savings options.
• We support continuous professional development through training and workshops.
• The fully remote nature of this role provides significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• You will be part of an innovative and growth-oriented company culture, with opportunities to directly influence strategic decisions from your home office, potentially contributing to the economic development around Polokwane.