Solutions Expert Leader

Network Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance in Gauteng seeks a dynamic leader to drive the implementation, support, and optimisation of enterprise applications and business solutions. You will lead a team of solution specialists, manage complex projects, and ensure delivery of systems that enable operational excellence.

Working with business users, project teams, vendors, and stakeholders, you will translate requirements into technical solutions, oversee deployments, and champion continuous improvement to optimise

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Systems or related field.
• PM degree or formal PM qualification is advantageous.
• Proven experience leading software implementation and business projects.
• Experience mentoring teams in tech or business systems environments.
• Industry experience in Freight Forwarding, Logistics, or Transport management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team responsible for application implementation, support, and system optimisation.
• Drive project planning, demand management, prioritisation, and resource allocation.
• Oversee end-to-end software deployments including design, configuration, testing, and go-live.
• Manage system enhancements, bug resolution, and business continuity initiatives.
• Translate business requirements into technical and operational solutions.
• Coordinate with vendors and stakeholders to ensure project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Develop and deliver user training and support documentation.
• Monitor system performance and maintain operational stability.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Business Process Analysis

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Education

Degree in Business Information Systems

PM Degree or PM Qualification

Tools

SQL

TMS

Finance Systems

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems

Job description

Join a fast-paced technology and operations environment where you will play a key leadership role in the implementation, support, and optimisation of enterprise applications and business solutions. You will be responsible for leading a team of solution specialists, managing complex implementation projects, supporting software evolution, and ensuring successful delivery of systems that support operational excellence. Working closely with business users, project teams, vendors, and stakeholders, you will bridge the gap between business requirements and technology solutions. This role is ideal for someone with strong project management expertise, leadership capabilities, and a passion for driving business transformation through technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team responsible for application implementation, support, and system optimisation
• Drive project planning, demand management, prioritisation, and resource allocation
• Manage end-to-end software deployments, including design, configuration, testing, and go-live activities
• Oversee system enhancements, software evolution, bug resolution, and business continuity initiatives
• Gather and translate business requirements into technical and operational solutions
• Coordinate with vendors, third-party providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies
• Develop and deliver user training, support documentation, and knowledge-sharing initiatives
• Monitor system performance and ensure ongoing operational stability

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• Education: Degree in Business Information Systems or a related field
• Advantageous: Project Management Degree or formal Project Management qualification
• Experience:
  • Strong expertise in Project Management methodologies and protocols
  • Experience leading software implementation and business application projects
  • Experience managing and mentoring teams in a technology or business systems environment
  • Experience in Freight Forwarding, Logistics, Transport Management, or related industries advantageous
• Technical Skills:
  • Business Application Support and Implementation
  • Project Management and Delivery
  • Requirements Gathering and Business Process Analysis
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • System Configuration, Testing, and User Training
• Advantageous:
  • Freight Forwarding Business Applications
  • Transport Management Systems (TMS)
  • SQL
  • Finance Systems and Reporting
• Additional Requirements:
  • Strong leadership and people management abilities
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Strategic mindset focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence