Project Manager - Business Operations

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full medical and pension benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to optimize business operations, improve efficiency, and implement operational best practices. This on-site role involves coordinating across departments to drive tangible improvements within a local team.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years in project/operations management, a data-driven mindset, and strong communication skills to ensure successful change initiatives and adoption of new processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management or operations management experience.
• Experience in process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent understanding of business operations and workflow management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current business processes and identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency gains.
• Develop and implement project plans for operational improvements, including resource allocation and timelines.
• Manage the execution of operational projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and deadlines.
• Collaborate with department heads and staff to facilitate change management and ensure smooth adoption of new processes.
• Develop and maintain operational documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor key operational metrics and report on progress and outcomes to management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data-driven

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Bloemfontein is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to optimize their business operations . This is an on-site role where you will be integral to improving efficiency, streamlining processes, and implementing operational best practices. You will work closely with various departments to identify areas for improvement, manage change initiatives, and ensure the successful rollout of new operational frameworks. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to driving tangible improvements in daily business functions within a local team setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current business processes and identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency gains.
• Develop and implement project plans for operational improvements, including resource allocation and timelines.
• Manage the execution of operational projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and deadlines.
• Collaborate with department heads and staff to facilitate change management and ensure smooth adoption of new processes.
• Develop and maintain operational documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor key operational metrics and report on progress and outcomes to management.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or operations management.
• Proven experience in process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent understanding of business operations and workflow management.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Full medical and pension benefits .
• Opportunities for professional development and training in operations management.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Bloemfontein .
• Potential for growth into senior operational leadership roles.