Are you a delivery-focused project manager with a track record of bringing complex commercial and systems projects in on time and on scope? Join our Commercial team as a Commercial Project Manager in Stellenbosch or Plattekloof, where you will plan, govern and drive every commercial and systems project from definition through to staged delivery.
This role suits a confident, action-oriented professional who knows how to hold cross-functional teams to milestones without direct authority and who keeps work moving no matter what.
What you'll do:
- Plan and drive all commercial projects, including system projects, from definition through to delivery against staged plans
- Lead the build and delivery of the new commercial systems, the largest single commercial commitment, in close collaboration with the Business Analyst
- Scope and package automation initiatives, hand them to the automation team to build, and project-manage delivery end to end
- Run project governance, hold owners to agreed inputs and completion standards, track milestones and actively clear blockers that slow delivery
- Maintain clear, accurate project status reporting for all stakeholders
What you'll need:
- A relevant tertiary qualification in a related field
- A project management certification is advantageous
- 3 to 5 years of project management experience delivering commercial, systems or technology projects in a cross-functional environment
- A track record of delivering large programmes to plan, on time and in scope
- Experience in telecommunications, internet services or a subscription-based business is advantageous
- Strong command of project planning, governance, milestones and status reporting
- Ability to work across functions and hold owners to inputs and deadlines without direct authority
- Clear, plain communication style and a strong bias to action
What we offer:
- Exposure to a dynamic workplace
- A chance to grow your skills through our internal academy
- A friendly, team-driven environment
- Group Risk Benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Health and Lifestyle Programmes
Important Disclaimer:
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Skills Required
- Relevant tertiary qualification in a related field
- Project management certification
- 3 to 5 years of project management experience delivering commercial, systems or technology projects in a cross-functional environment
- Track record of delivering large programmes to plan, on time and in scope
- Experience in telecommunications, internet services or a subscription-based business
- Strong command of project planning, governance, milestones and status reporting
- Ability to work across functions and hold owners to inputs and deadlines without direct authority
- Clear, plain communication style and a strong bias to action
What We Do
Build the Future of Connectivity. Join a purpose driven team shaping the future of connectivity across South Africa, connecting people and empowering communities.
