Sr. Program Manager â B-BBEE, Sub-Saharan Africa Product

Amazon; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global e-commerce company in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Program Manager to drive strategic initiatives aligned with B-BBEE. The role requires extensive program management experience, strategic acumen, and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively. Candidates must have an MBA and a proven track record of using data to implement improvements and manage compliance. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization.

Qualifications

• 7 years of program or project management experience.
• Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements.
• Experience with BBBEE strategy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop a program vision and roadmap aligned with B-BBEE strategy.
• Foster alignment with internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to gauge program effectiveness.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Compliance management

Education

MBA

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to join a dynamic organization committed to fostering transformative growth in South Africa? Do you thrive on driving positive change across diverse populations and influencing senior leaders towards measurable business impact? If you’re energized by these challenges we invite you to explore the Senior Program Manager position with Amazon in South Africa.

We are seeking an experienced and influential Senior Program Manager to spearhead Amazon’s strategic initiatives under the Broad-based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE). This pivotal role demands strategic acumen, problem-solving prowess, and a knack for developing value-driven strategies.

As a Senior Program Manager you’ll chart the course for our program vision and roadmap, delving into Amazon’s processes to identify areas for improvement. Your responsibilities will span from crafting frameworks and self-service tools to leading in-person development sessions and providing tailored consultation as needed. You’ll keep a finger on the pulse of progress, communicating outcomes to senior leadership and adjusting strategies as necessary.

This role calls for a blend of analytical rigor, stakeholder engagement, and leadership finesse. You’ll collaborate closely with internal and external partners, rallying alignment around common goals and gathering valuable insights. Additionally you’ll define and track key performance indicators (KPIs), leveraging data to drive informed decision-making and course correction.

Amazon is committed to diversity and an inclusive culture. We offer accommodations during the interview and onboarding process. If you’d like to discuss accommodation options, please contact your recruiter who will connect you with the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT).

Day 1 experience: if you have completed the interview process you can contact ACAT for accommodation support before you start to ensure all your needs are met Day 1.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a compelling program vision and roadmap aligned with Amazon’s B-BBEE strategy.
• Foster alignment and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to gauge program effectiveness and progress.
• Drive compliance and risk management efforts across the organization.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and internal teams to assess feasibility and mitigate risks.
• Proactively address instances of non-compliance and escalate persistent issues.
• Conduct informative sessions to keep stakeholders abreast of developments, challenges, and strategies.

Qualifications

• MBA
• Basic qualifications
• 7 years of program or project management experience
• Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
• Experience owning program strategy end to end delivery and communicating results to senior leadership
• Experience with BBBEE strategy implementation
• 2 years of driving process improvements experience
• Masters degree or MBA in business operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design, or related field

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1