Project Manager - Business Transformation

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Sandton location

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a strategic Project Manager focused on Business Transformation to lead high-impact change initiatives that improve processes and profitability.

You will partner with executive leadership to define goals, develop plans, manage risks, and ensure smooth adoption of new systems.

This role offers a dynamic environment in Gauteng's business hub with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 7+ years of project management experience with business transformation focus.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership.
• Experience with change management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end business transformation projects from initiation to closure.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define transformation goals and project objectives.
• Develop detailed plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Drive change management to ensure adoption of new processes and systems.
• Identify and mitigate risks to minimize operational disruption.
• Communicate progress and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic Project Manager focused on Business Transformation to join their team in Sandton . This role is critical for driving organizational change initiatives, improving business processes, and implementing new strategies to enhance efficiency and profitability. You will manage projects that redefine operational models, integrate new systems, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to lead impactful change within a leading organization in the heart of Gauteng's business hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end business transformation projects, from initiation and planning to execution and closure.
• Work closely with senior leadership and department heads to define transformation goals and project objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation models.
• Manage change management processes, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes and systems.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Communicate project progress, outcomes, and challenges to stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management , with a focus on business transformation or organizational change.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex business change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of business process analysis and improvement methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience with change management frameworks is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• A dynamic work environment in a prime Sandton location.
• Significant role in shaping the future direction of the business.
• Collaborative team focused on achieving strategic goals.