Program Manager - Projects

Midrand, Johannesburg
Permanent
Full-time

13 days ago
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Our well-established manufacturing client, located in Midrand, seeks to appoint a dynamic Project Manager/Program Manager. In this role, you will lead initiatives aimed at enhancing business process efficiency and driving improvements at a strategic level. Your responsibilities will encompass crafting program strategy, overseeing end-to-end delivery, and providing regular updates to the Executive Committee (EXCO).To qualify for this position, you should have commenced your career in production/operations within the food manufacturing sector before transitioning into Project Management. A comprehensive understanding of food manufacturing and production processes is essential. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate a minimum of 8 years of experience in executing business improvement projects to be considered for this role.Key duties include:

Formulate a comprehensive vision and strategic plan for project management to facilitate scalable growth.
Analyze manufacturing processes and data to pinpoint areas for enhancing business efficiency and fostering growth.
Lead initiatives for new development aimed at expanding the business.
Supervise the complete project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and adherence to budgetary and capital expenditure (CAPEX) requirements.
Uphold the highest standards of quality and efficiency across all projects.
Develop dashboards conforming to PMI Standards to centralize and manage projects effectively.
Offer guidance and mentorship to departmental leaders regarding best practices in Manufacturing project management.
Continuously monitor project timelines and activities to ensure adherence and meet turnaround goals.
Contribute to the formulation of project budgets, exercising control over allocated resources and providing regular reports to achieve project objectives.
Identify and resolve issues or deficiencies in project management processes by proposing effective solutions.
Establish clear project success criteria and communicate them to all relevant stakeholders throughout the proje

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