Quality Assurance-Jobs in Südafrika

The Project Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and executing initiatives across the organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to project coordination, focusing on driving efficiency and ensuring successful outcomes. Additionally, the Project Manager will serve as a Key Account Administrator, overseeing key client initiatives and internal projects while providing administrative support to the senior management team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Leadership:
  Oversee and manage multiple internal and external projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Key Account Administration:
  Provide proactive administrative support to the senior management team, including travel coordination, schedule management, meeting organization, and other tasks to ensure efficient operations and effective time management.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Finance, HR, etc.) to align project and process improvement efforts with organizational objectives.
  Facilitate clear communication with stakeholders to secure understanding and support for changes.
• Data Analysis:
  Collect and analyze data to evaluate the impact of improvement initiatives and track progress.
  Leverage data insights to inform decisions and refine strategies as needed.
• Change Facilitation:
  Drive change management initiatives by developing clear communication plans and delivering training to ensure smooth adoption of new processes or systems.
  Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  Maintain detailed records of projects and improvement initiatives, including objectives, actions, and outcomes.
  Compile and present reports to senior leadership, outlining project progress, results, and potential opportunities for growth.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or equivalent professional experience in managing projects and coordinating key client and internal initiatives.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or coordinating key client and internal initiatives, preferably in a warehousing, logistics, or operations environment.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex projects, meeting deadlines, and delivering measurable outcomes for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a warehousing or operations environment, with the ability to adapt to on-site challenges and dynamic conditions.

SKILLS

• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to influence change and inspire teams to achieve shared goals.
• A strategic mindset with a strong focus on results and process efficiency.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Skilled at fostering and inspiring a culture of continuous improvement across teams to drive organizational success.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to engage with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Proficient in the use of project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Monday.com, or similar).
• Highly adaptable, with the ability to work in dynamic environments, including warehousing and operations settings, while maintaining a focus on project goals.