Systems and Project Manager

Network Finance; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks an IT Systems & Project Manager to own IT projects, business systems and technology operations. You will lead system implementations, manage lifecycles and vendor coordination to deliver valued technology solutions aligned with business goals.

You will mentor IT staff, drive automation and governance, and manage budgets while partnering with business leaders to shape future technology roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a computing discipline.
• 5–10 years IT environment experience preferred.
• 3–5 years leading IT projects and technology implementations.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as ERP, WMS, POS.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of IT projects and system implementations.
• Develop project plans, budgets, timelines and resource allocations.
• Monitor progress, risks and milestones; ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders, technical teams and vendors.
• Manage integrations between internal systems and third‑party platforms.
• Design and implement automated workflows and data exchanges.
• Oversee performance and lifecycle management of critical business systems.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multi‑disciplinary IT team.
• Manage departmental budgets and technology expenditure.
• Develop IT policies, procedures and governance standards.
• Provide escalation support for complex technical challenges.

Skills

IT project management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Budget management

Business process automation

Governance & compliance

Systems thinking

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / Software Engineering

Tools

ERP

WMS

POS

Job description

A leading organisation is seeking an IT Systems & Project Manager to take ownership of IT projects, business systems, and technology operations. This role combines project management, systems oversight, and people leadership to ensure the successful delivery of technology solutions that support business objectives. The successful candidate will lead the implementation of new systems, manage application lifecycles, drive integration initiatives, and oversee the performance of key business platforms. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will be responsible for ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value and support long-term strategic goals. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on IT professional who enjoys balancing operational management with strategic project execution and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of IT projects, including system implementations, application upgrades, and software development initiatives.
• Develop project plans, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and milestones while ensuring successful delivery.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors.
• Manage and maintain integrations between internal systems and third‑party platforms.
• Design and implement automated workflows and data exchange processes.
• Oversee the performance, availability, and lifecycle management of critical business systems.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary IT team.
• Manage departmental budgets and technology expenditure.
• Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures, and governance standards.
• Provide escalation support for complex technical challenges and service disruptions.
• Partner with business leaders to define future technology strategies and system roadmaps.

Job Experience and Skills Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant IT management, business, or project management qualifications will be advantageous.
• 5 to 10 years of experience within Information Technology environments.
• 3 to 5 years of experience leading IT projects and technology implementations.
• Proven experience managing full project lifecycles from planning through to successful delivery.
• Experience working with enterprise business systems such as ERP, WMS, POS, or similar platforms.
• Experience managing technical teams and coordinating third‑party vendors.
• Exposure to systems integration and software implementation projects.
• IT project management and delivery.
• Enterprise systems administration and oversight.
• Systems integration and API connectivity.
• Software implementation and lifecycle management.
• Business process automation.
• IT governance and compliance.
• Budget planning and resource management.
• Technology strategy and roadmap development.