Strategic Partnerships & Growth Leader - Hybrid

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Project Manager to spearhead strategic partnerships and growth initiatives. You will identify market opportunities, forge key alliances, and oversee project execution to expand the company’s reach and revenue streams.

The role requires a strong background in business development, excellent negotiation, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment within Gauteng’s business hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• MBA or equivalent is advantageous.
• 7+ years in project management, business development or partnerships.
• Proven track record in identifying and managing partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop strategic partnership opportunities for growth.
• Lead PM lifecycle for new business initiatives from ideation to execution.
• Create comprehensive project plans with scope, timelines and budgets.
• Manage cross-functional teams and external partners for joint projects.
• Monitor performance and report on strategic initiatives to leadership.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Market analysis

PM methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Finance

MBA (advantageous)

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Project Manager to spearhead strategic partnerships and growth initiatives. You will identify market opportunities, forge key alliances, and oversee project execution to expand the company’s reach and revenue streams.

The role requires a strong background in business development, excellent negotiation, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment within Gauteng’s business hub.