Senior Project Manager - Business Process Improvement

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health and retirement plans

Professional development support

Growth-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a strategic Senior Project Manager to drive business process improvement initiatives across the organization. You will identify inefficiencies, redesign workflows, and implement solutions that boost productivity and operational excellence.

You will partner with departmental heads and cross-functional teams to map current processes, develop innovative changes, and ensure successful adoption.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management with a focus on business process improvement or operational excellence
• Proven ability to analyze complex processes and implement effective solutions
• Strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles and methodologies
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing business processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization
• Develop detailed project plans for process redesign and implementation initiatives
• Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of process improvement projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
• Implement new processes and technologies, managing change effectively to ensure smooth adoption
• Measure and report on the impact of process changes, demonstrating ROI and operational benefits
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure buy-in and support for process improvement efforts

Skills

Project management

Business process improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic Senior Project Manager to drive business process improvement initiatives across their operations in Bloemfontein . This role is pivotal in identifying inefficiencies, redesigning workflows, and implementing solutions that enhance productivity and operational excellence. You will work closely with departmental heads and cross-functional teams to understand current processes, develop innovative solutions, and ensure successful adoption of changes. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive leader passionate about optimizing business operations and delivering tangible improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing business processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Develop detailed project plans for process redesign and implementation initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of process improvement projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Implement new processes and technologies, managing change effectively to ensure smooth adoption.
• Measure and report on the impact of process changes, demonstrating ROI and operational benefits.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure buy-in and support for process improvement efforts.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on business process improvement (BPI) or operational excellence.
• Proven experience in analyzing complex business processes and implementing effective solutions.
• Strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on business efficiency in Bloemfontein .
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.
• Support for continuous professional development.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment focused on growth.