Senior Project Manager - Enterprise Software Implementation

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training access

Flexible remote work

Zusammenfassung

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.

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Change management

Budgeting

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in enterprise software solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the implementation of complex software systems for large organizations in the Soweto, Gauteng and across the region. This critical role demands expertise in managing large-scale software deployment projects, ensuring seamless integration, user adoption, and achievement of business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM), or other business-critical software, coupled with exceptional project leadership and stakeholder management skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive digital transformation within prominent enterprises.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle for enterprise software implementations, from initial scoping and planning through to deployment, training, and post-implementation support.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including detailed timelines, budgets, resource allocation, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams, comprising consultants, technical specialists, business analysts, and client IT staff.
• Oversee the configuration, customization, and integration of enterprise software solutions with existing IT infrastructures.
• Ensure successful user adoption through effective change management strategies and comprehensive training programs.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular, detailed status reports to senior management and clients.
• Manage client relationships, ensuring clear communication, timely issue resolution, and high levels of satisfaction.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with third‑party vendors and consultants as required.
• Ensure the project delivers tangible business value and meets the defined objectives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 7-9 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on implementing enterprise-level software solutions (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Salesforce).
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex software deployment projects with substantial budgets and timelines.
• Strong understanding of business processes across various industries (e.g., finance, manufacturing, retail).
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience with change management principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira) and collaboration tools.
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed for project delivery and client engagement.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with your experience and the critical nature of this role, alongside performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits are provided. We are committed to your professional growth, offering access to extensive training on leading enterprise software, industry certifications, and opportunities to work on challenging, high-profile projects. You will join a dynamic and collaborative team focused on delivering exceptional value to clients. Flexible remote work options are available.