Project Manager - Business Transformation

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Career development

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead significant business transformation initiatives from Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on managing change, optimizing processes, and implementing new strategies across the organization to enhance efficiency and competitive advantage.

You will collaborate with senior leadership and multiple departments to define objectives, drive implementation, and ensure adoption of new practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing business transformation or change management projects.
• Strong understanding of business process analysis, project management methodologies, and change management principles.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; relevant certifications are advantageous.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of business transformation projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Manage change management processes, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder buy-in throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project success.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and provide regular status reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Change management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Process analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and strategic Project Manager to lead significant business transformation initiatives from their base in Port Elizabeth. This role requires a forward-thinking individual adept at managing change, optimizing processes, and implementing new strategies across the organization. You will work closely with various departments to define project objectives, drive implementation, and ensure successful adoption of new business practices, ultimately contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and competitive advantage. This is a crucial role for a leader focused on driving positive change and achieving strategic business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of business transformation projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Manage change management processes, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder buy-in throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project success.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and provide regular status reports to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing business transformation or change management projects.
• Strong understanding of business process analysis, project management methodologies, and change management principles.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; relevant certifications are advantageous.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Be part of a team driving significant organizational change in Port Elizabeth.