Senior Enterprise Software Project Leader (Remote Options)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training access

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee enterprise software implementations (ERP/CRM) for large organizations in Soweto, Gauteng, and across the region. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensure successful deployments, and drive business value with effective change management.

The role requires 7–9 years of project management experience in enterprise software, PMP/Prince2 preferred, and willingness to travel to client sites. Flexible remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is highly preferred.
• 7-9 years of experience in project management, with focus on enterprise software implementations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle for enterprise software implementations, from scoping to deployment and post-implementation support.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with timelines, budgets, resources, risks, and mitigations.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams of consultants, technical specialists, business analysts, and client IT staff.
• Oversee configuration, customization, and integration of enterprise software with existing IT infrastructure.
• Ensure user adoption through change management and training programs.
• Monitor progress, KPI tracking, and detailed status reports to management and clients.
• Manage client relationships with clear communication and issue resolution.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party vendors and consultants.
• Ensure projects deliver tangible business value and meet objectives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Change management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee enterprise software implementations (ERP/CRM) for large organizations in Soweto, Gauteng, and across the region. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensure successful deployments, and drive business value with effective change management.

The role requires 7–9 years of project management experience in enterprise software, PMP/Prince2 preferred, and willingness to travel to client sites. Flexible remote work options are available.