Senior Winery Project Manager – Ops & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid & retirement fund

Wine industry training

Product discounts and estate visits

Career advancement

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 represents a prestigious winery group seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead operational improvements and expansion projects across winemaking and viticulture divisions in the Western Cape.

You will manage capital and operational projects from initiation to completion, drive efficiency, quality, and sustainability, and collaborate with winemakers, viticulturists, and technical teams on cellar upgrades, vineyard development, and supply chain enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Viticulture, Oenology, or related field.
• 8+ years' project management experience, preferably in wine/beverage industries.
• Proven ability to manage complex capital/operational projects from initiation to completion.
• Knowledge of winemaking processes, fermentation, bottling and QC standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of projects to enhance winemaking ops, vineyard mgmt, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Manage scope, budgets, timelines, and resources; ensure delivery of objectives.
• Collaborate with winemakers, viticulturists, ops managers, and technical teams to define requirements and solutions.
• Oversee implementation of new technologies in cellars, vineyards, and distribution channels.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments with mitigation plans.
• Manage external suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality standards, and environmental best practices.
• Monitor progress and report to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within operations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelors in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree or certification

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 represents a prestigious winery group seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead operational improvements and expansion projects across winemaking and viticulture divisions in the Western Cape.

You will manage capital and operational projects from initiation to completion, drive efficiency, quality, and sustainability, and collaborate with winemakers, viticulturists, and technical teams on cellar upgrades, vineyard development, and supply chain enhancements.