Strategic IT Project Lead & Business Analyst

Executiveplacements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 750 000 - 950 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager and Business Analyst to drive technology and operational improvements in the transport sector. This role involves leading projects from initiation through to closure while managing fleet and financial systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in IT or Business, along with over 5 years of experience in IT operations and project management, preferably within transport or logistics. A PMP or PRINCE2 certification is preferred. The position is based in Midrand.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT operations and project management roles.
• Proven success delivering cross-functional IT or business system projects.
• Experience in transport, logistics, or fleet management systems is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology and operational improvement projects from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, resource plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Manage ERP, billing, and finance platforms.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong analytical capabilities

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving capabilities

Vendor and contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Business

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager and Business Analyst to drive technology and operational improvements in the transport sector. This role involves leading projects from initiation through to closure while managing fleet and financial systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in IT or Business, along with over 5 years of experience in IT operations and project management, preferably within transport or logistics. A PMP or PRINCE2 certification is preferred. The position is based in Midrand.