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Project Manager (2 Year FTC)

Clicks Group Limited • Other • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa • $200 - $300 / year • 14h ago

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Western Cape

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

EE position: Yes

Introduction

The purpose of this role is to support Warehouse Management System (WMS) implementation aligned to strategic objectives in the Logistics Operations. The Project Manager will report into the Logistics Executive and work closely with key Stakeholders to assist to enhance efficiency of the project design and implementation - with customer satisfaction as the primary goal. Based at our Distribution Centre, Cape Town.

Responsibilities

To drive change management processes within Clicks operations and manage the rollout and implementation of all business process projects including the efficient execution of the project plan, resource allocation, management of stakeholders and teams and controlling of change and risks.
To analyse, identify and make recommendations on business process improvement opportunities, with a focus on reducing time and cost.
To develop business cases for proposed solutions considering cost and risk factors so as to aid management in efficient business decision-making.
To implement metrics to measure project specific results.
To effectively lead cross-functional teams to project timelines and output expectations.
To work with and involve relevant stakeholders (IT/WMS provider etc) in identifying the root causes of problems and provide effective technical solutions.
Coordinates activities with project director or operations director and other internal project teams to ensure alignment.
To ensure compliance and provide business ownership of all systems and tools related to project delivery.
To work on projects and initiatives ensuring meeting agreed timelines.
Train and manage the warehouse team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals.
Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans that meet company standards for productivity, quality, and customer service.
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing standards and procedures and by complying with legal regulations.
Assists in the preparation of capital expenditure requests for projects.

Qualifications

Matric Certificate
Bachelor’s Degree (B.Com, Bus. Sc or BSc) in Project Management (Essentials)

Experience

5 - 10 years Project Management experience
Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems
3-5 years working with Project Management principles
3 – 5 years related project management experience in a retail operations environment
3-5 years with Distribution management experience
Knowledge of warehouse and compliance procedures
1-3 years of financial knowledge skills cost control, budgets, and income
Supply Chain industry experience
WMS project management and implementation

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