Project Manager - Operations Improvement

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Project Manager focused on Operations Improvement to join their team in a fully remote capacity. You will lead projects from concept to completion, identifying opportunities for efficiency, cost savings, and process enhancements across departments.

Ideal candidates possess 4+ years in project management with a focus on operations improvement, strong analytical skills, and experience with process mapping tools and PM software.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in project management with focus on operations improvement or BPM.
• Proven efficiency gains and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with process mapping tools and PM software.
• Excellent communication and remote stakeholder management.
• Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, industrial engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for efficiency and cost savings via process analysis.
• Lead planning, execution, and completion of improvement projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope and implement solutions.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Monitor progress, KPIs, and report outcomes to management.
• Facilitate change management for adoption of new processes and systems.

Skills

Project management

Operations improvement

Cost reduction

Stakeholder management

Process mapping tools

PM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management or related field

Tools

Process mapping tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive Project Manager focused on Operations Improvement to join their team, working remotely. This role is critical for identifying and implementing process enhancements across various business functions, driving efficiency, and reducing costs. You will lead projects from concept to completion, collaborating with stakeholders across different departments to achieve strategic operational goals. This is an ideal opportunity for a results-driven individual who excels in problem-solving and optimizing business processes in a flexible, remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and cost savings through process analysis and improvement projects.


• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of improvement projects using a structured approach.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and implement solutions.


• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.


• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and report on outcomes to management.


• Facilitate change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new processes and systems.

Requirements

• Proven experience (4+ years) in Project Management , with a strong focus on Operations Improvement or Business Process Re-engineering.


• Demonstrated success in implementing efficiency gains and cost reduction initiatives.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Proficiency in process mapping tools and project management software.


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, effective in a remote environment.


• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.


• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for a great work-life balance.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.


• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.