Retail Operations Project Manager — Openings, Remodels & Tech Rollouts

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Dynamic environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Project Manager for Retail Operations in Upington, South Africa. The role is on-site and focuses on driving improvements across a network of stores, including openings, renovations, and system rollouts.

You will lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with managers and vendors to ensure timely, within-budget delivery. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in retail project management, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in retail operations or multi-site environments.
• Willingness to travel to multiple retail locations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close retail operations projects such as store openings and remodels.
• Develop project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate on-site activities to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with store teams, regional management, and vendors for seamless execution.
• Identify risks and mitigate disruptions to ensure continuity.
• Monitor progress and report status to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Retail Management

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Project Manager for Retail Operations in Upington, South Africa. The role is on-site and focuses on driving improvements across a network of stores, including openings, renovations, and system rollouts.

You will lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with managers and vendors to ensure timely, within-budget delivery. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in retail project management, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.