Financial & Operational Project Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR006902/CPi

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Take charge of transformation in the manufacturing space.

POSITION INFO:
We’re on the lookout for a proactive and results-driven Project Manager to lead the digital evolution of financial and operational systems within a busy manufacturing environment. If you're passionate about streamlining processes, implementing smarter systems, and turning data into decision-making power- this role is for you.

What you'll do:

Drive system rollouts across costing, inventory, warehousing, ERP, payroll, and reporting functions.
Work cross-functionally with teams from finance, IT, production, supply chain, and more to deliver tailored solutions.
Engage vendors and implementation partners to keep projects on track and within budget.
Identify inefficiencies and design improvements that boost performance and traceability.
Build dashboards and reporting tools that empower leadership with real-time insights.
Manage project risks, timelines, and documentation like a pro (end-to-end project management).
Ensure end-user adoption through hands-on training and support.
Bill of materials management
ERP integration

What you'll bring:

A degree in Finance, Engineering, Information Systems or Business.
At least 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proven success implementing ERP and operational systems (Syspro or SAP experience is a plus).
A deep understanding of costing, materials flow, and production cycles.
Bonus points if you have a CIMA qualification.
Confidence with tools like Power BI and SQL.
Analytical with strong leadership instincts.
A clear communicator and natural collaborator.
Obsessed with efficiency and getting things done.
Comfortable rolling up your sleeves to solve real-world operational challenges.

This is more than a project management role- it’s a chance to leave your mark on the systems that drive performance. Ready to make an impact?

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