Project Manager - Digital Transformation

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Budget for professional development

Opportunity to shape digital landscape

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative Project Manager to drive digital transformation initiatives in a remote-first environment. You will conceptualize, plan, and execute projects that enhance digital capabilities and customer experiences.

Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, managing scope, budgets and timelines, and mitigating risks while delivering measurable milestones and updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., Agile, PMP) are a plus.
• Proven experience managing digital transformation projects or large-scale IT initiatives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for managing remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of digital transformation projects aligned with strategic business objectives.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources effectively within a remote setting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with new technology implementations and process changes.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among distributed team members and stakeholders.
• Track project performance and provide regular updates on progress and key milestones.

Skills

Project management

Digital transformation

Remote leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Project Manager to drive their digital transformation initiatives. Operating from a remote-first model, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and executing projects that enhance digital capabilities and customer experiences. This role requires a forward-thinking individual who can navigate complex technological landscapes and lead cross-functional teams in achieving ambitious digital goals. You will play a vital role in modernizing operations and ensuring the company stays at the forefront of technological advancement, all while enjoying the benefits of a flexible, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of digital transformation projects , ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources effectively within a remote setting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with new technology implementations and process changes.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among distributed team members and stakeholders.
• Track project performance and provide regular updates on progress and key milestones.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., Agile, PMP) are a plus.
• Proven experience managing digital transformation projects or large-scale IT initiatives.
• Strong understanding of current digital technologies and trends.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for managing remote teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Budget for professional development, conferences, and online courses.
• Opportunity to shape the future digital landscape of the organization.