Project Manager - Strategic Partnerships

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Ample leave days

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead strategic partnerships, identify potential partners, negotiate agreements, and manage ongoing relationships to drive growth. You will develop and execute partnership plans, monitor KPIs, and resolve issues while coordinating with sales, marketing, and product teams to ensure seamless integration.

The role offers a hybrid work model, competitive compensation, performance bonuses, medical aid, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, business development, or strategic partnerships.
• Proven success in managing complex projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of contract law and financial terms related to partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard strategic partners aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute project plans for partnership initiatives from inception to completion.
• Negotiate and draft partnership agreements, ensuring favourable terms and conditions.
• Manage the day-to-day operational aspects of existing strategic partnerships.
• Foster strong, long-term relationships with partner organizations and key stakeholders.
• Monitor partnership performance against defined KPIs and objectives, reporting on outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, marketing, product) to ensure seamless partner integration.
• Identify opportunities for joint initiatives and co-marketing efforts.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and potential new partnership opportunities.
• Resolve any conflicts or issues that may arise within partner relationships.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Strategic partnerships

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

CRM software

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

MBA

Tools

CRM software

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding conglomerate, is seeking a proactive and strategically minded Project Manager to spearhead the development and management of key strategic partnerships. This role is crucial for driving synergistic growth and expanding market reach. You will be responsible for identifying potential partners, negotiating agreements, and managing the ongoing relationship to ensure mutual success. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and project management skills, with a keen understanding of business development and market dynamics. This position, based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape , offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending office collaboration with remote flexibility. Join us in shaping impactful collaborations that drive innovation and value.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard strategic partners aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute project plans for partnership initiatives from inception to completion.
• Negotiate and draft partnership agreements, ensuring favourable terms and conditions.
• Manage the day-to-day operational aspects of existing strategic partnerships.
• Foster strong, long-term relationships with partner organizations and key stakeholders.
• Monitor partnership performance against defined KPIs and objectives, reporting on outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, marketing, product) to ensure seamless partner integration.
• Identify opportunities for joint initiatives and co-marketing efforts.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and potential new partnership opportunities.
• Resolve any conflicts or issues that may arise within partner relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, business development, or strategic partnerships.
• Proven success in managing complex projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of contract law and financial terms related to partnerships.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in CRM software and project management tools.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working in a hybrid or collaborative remote environment is beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Medical aid
• Retirement annuity
• Ample leave days
• Opportunities for professional development (industry conferences and workshops)
• Flexible hybrid work model (collaborative in-office sessions in Port Elizabeth and remote work)
• Supportive and inclusive work environment encouraging innovation and continuous learning
• Career progression pathways for high-achievers within our dynamic organization