The Senior Project Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing and delivering complex projects on time and in full. This role demands a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management, logistics, and retail execution operations. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional teams, developing strategies, and ensuring the successful implementation of projects that optimise efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance client satisfaction.
KPAs
- End to end project delivery Client SLA/KPI setting, tracking and reporting
- Client Satisfaction
- Reporting
- Issue Resolution
- Commercial ownership - pricing, finance process adherence (purchase order, accruals, invoicing and overall risk mitigation.
- Team leadership, Mentorship, Culture
- Forecasting accuracy, measurement and formulation of strategies to deliver revenue consistency in line with forecast commitments
Key Performance Responsibilities:
- Client Relationship and Account Management
- Reporting, Scheduling and Administration
- Cost Estimates
Key Competencies:
- Extensive understanding of the Retail, CPG and FMCG environments and executing complicated projects within this environment.
- Strategic thinking and ability to align logistics initiatives with organizational objectives. Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Financial acumen and budgeting expertise in logistics operations.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities at the executive level.
- Proficiency in risk assessment and mitigation strategies within logistics.
- Demonstrated ability to drive process optimization and efficiency in logistics execution.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Marketing or a related field (Honours degree preferred).
- Relevant certifications in project management advantageous.
- 8+ years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years in CPG, retail logistics and execution.
- Experience in managing projects or initiatives from inception to completion.
- Strong project management skills help in setting clear goals, organizing tasks, and driving results. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
