Senior Project Manager - Business Development & Expansion

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Executive leadership training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape seeks a strategic Senior Project Manager to lead business development and expansion initiatives. You will identify market opportunities, build compelling business cases, and drive end-to-end project delivery with senior leadership, sales, marketing and operations.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree and 8+ years in project management with a focus on market expansion, product or service launches, and strong stakeholder engagement in emerging

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on business development, market expansion, or strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in launching new products, services, or entering new markets.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, financial modeling, and business strategy.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Superior communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and manage senior stakeholders.
• Experience working in the Northern Cape region or similar emerging markets is advantageous.
• Proficiency in project management tools and business analysis software.
• A strategic mindset with a results-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential new business opportunities and market expansion initiatives.
• Develop comprehensive business plans and project proposals for new ventures.
• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of business development projects, from conception to launch.
• Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and competitive analysis.
• Develop project scope, objectives, budgets, resource plans, and timelines.
• Lead cross-functional project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and execution.
• Manage relationships with external partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with new business ventures and market entries.
• Track project progress, performance metrics, and financial outcomes.
• Prepare and present project updates and recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Market analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic initiatives

Project leadership

Financial modeling

Negotiation

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead business development and expansion projects within the Kimberley, Northern Cape region. This critical role involves identifying new market opportunities, developing business cases, and managing the execution of projects designed to grow the company's presence and offerings. You will work closely with senior leadership, sales, marketing, and operational teams to ensure successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess strong market analysis skills, a proven ability to manage strategic initiatives, and excellent stakeholder engagement capabilities. Join us in driving growth and innovation in Kimberley.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential new business opportunities and market expansion initiatives.
• Develop comprehensive business plans and project proposals for new ventures.
• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of business development projects, from conception to launch.
• Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and competitive analysis.
• Develop project scope, objectives, budgets, resource plans, and timelines.
• Lead cross-functional project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and execution.
• Manage relationships with external partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with new business ventures and market entries.
• Track project progress, performance metrics, and financial outcomes.
• Prepare and present project updates and recommendations to senior management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on business development, market expansion, or strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in launching new products, services, or entering new markets.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, financial modeling, and business strategy.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Superior communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and manage senior stakeholders.
• Experience working in the Northern Cape region or similar emerging markets is advantageous.
• Proficiency in project management tools and business analysis software.
• A strategic mindset with a results-oriented approach.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, attractive performance bonuses, comprehensive medical aid, and retirement savings options. We provide opportunities for professional growth, including executive leadership training and exposure to strategic decision-making processes. The role is based in Kimberley, offering a chance to contribute significantly to regional economic development. We foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that values strategic thinking and proactive initiative.