Senior Project Manager

Recruiter:

H2R Africa

Job Ref:

JHB001147/DH

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Hourly

SUMMARY:
Senior Project Manager – Retail & FMCG | Strategic IT & Business Transformation - 12-24 month contract

Our client is a dynamic, cash-based omni-channel retailer delivering fashion-value offerings across apparel, homeware, sportswear, financial services, and telecoms.
As they accelerate their digital and IT modernization journey, they’re seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead transformative initiatives across customer-facing and operational domains.

POSITION INFO:
PLEASE NOTE THAT NO CV'S WILL BE KEPT FOR FUTURE USE. ONLY APPLY IF YOU QUALIFY IN FULL.

ð What You’ll Do
As part of a future-focused program, you’ll play a pivotal role in modernizing the store environment, enhancing customer experience, and expanding financial services operations. You’ll lead complex IT and business projects, with a strong focus on Point of Sale (POS) system implementations.

ð§ Who You Are
A versatile consultant with 7+ years of project management experience, including large-scale retail IT deployments.

Proven success in POS system rollouts within fashion retail environments.
Experience across diverse project types—avoiding siloed or narrow expertise.
Strong communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders (including C-level).
FMCG experience is a plus.
PMBOK or equivalent certification is beneficial but not required.

ð Key Responsibilities

Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with business objectives.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and remote resources.
Monitor progress, manage risks and dependencies, and deliver regular status updates.
Conduct post-project reviews to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure benefits realization from digital initiatives, focusing on automation and legacy system integration.
Demonstrate strong capabilities in risk management, stakeholder engagement, and content knowledge.

ð¥
Ready to lead transformation in one of South Africa’s most dynamic retail environments?
Apply now to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of omni-channel retail.

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