Strategic Growth Project Manager (BD & Partnerships)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an ambitious Project Manager focused on Business Development in Upington, Northern Cape. You will identify, plan, and execute initiatives to drive market expansion and forge strategic partnerships, collaborating with sales, marketing, and strategic planning teams.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial acumen, excellent project management skills, and can navigate complex business landscapes, within a hybrid model supporting remote planning and essential stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, with focus on business development or strategic initiatives.
• Strong ability to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities.
• Proficiency in market dynamics, financial analysis, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of business development initiatives from ideation to implementation and review.
• Develop business cases, project plans, and financial models for new opportunities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, legal, and finance for project success.
• Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and competitive analysis to inform strategy.
• Manage project risks, budgets, and timelines aligned with business objectives.
• Communicate project progress and outcomes to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Market analysis

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Leadership

Negotiation

CRM software

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Finance; MBA preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks an ambitious Project Manager focused on Business Development in Upington, Northern Cape. You will identify, plan, and execute initiatives to drive market expansion and forge strategic partnerships, collaborating with sales, marketing, and strategic planning teams.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial acumen, excellent project management skills, and can navigate complex business landscapes, within a hybrid model supporting remote planning and essential stakeholder