Remote Senior Project Lead – Operations & Strategy

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement benefits

Career advancement

Leadership development

Remote options

Innovation culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a dynamic Lead Project Manager to drive operational excellence across a portfolio of business-operations projects. You will lead a team of project managers, mentor talent, and ensure delivery aligned with strategic goals.

This senior role requires 8+ years in project management, with 3+ years in a lead capacity, and a proven track record delivering complex initiatives. Remote options are available for local candidates in Stellenbosch.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in project management with 3+ years in lead role managing operations projects
• Proven track record delivering complex projects with operational impact
• Strong business process analysis, optimization and change management
• Excellent leadership, team management and conflict resolution
• Experience with Agile, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• MBA or related master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of complex operations projects from inception to completion
• Develop project strategies, roadmaps, and implementation plans aligned with objectives
• Mentor and guide a team of project managers and ensure project success
• Oversee resource allocation, budgets, and risk mitigation for all projects
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and ensure clear communication
• Apply best practices in project management and operational improvement

Skills

Leadership

Portfolio management

Stakeholder management

Change management

Conflict resolution

Agile

Lean

Six Sigma

Mentoring

Education

MBA or related master’s degree

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a dynamic Lead Project Manager to drive operational excellence across a portfolio of business-operations projects. You will lead a team of project managers, mentor talent, and ensure delivery aligned with strategic goals.

This senior role requires 8+ years in project management, with 3+ years in a lead capacity, and a proven track record delivering complex initiatives. Remote options are available for local candidates in Stellenbosch.