A vacancy exists for a Project Manager based in Johannesburg, Gauteng.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Responsible for driving all projects related to the businesss retail and clients needs and ensuring the management, facilitation, and execution of all established projects, to new projects from concept to final stage.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
- Must have Matric / Grade 12
- BCom degree – NQF 7 in Sales and or Marketing / Retail / Project Management
- Any related post-graduation tertiary qualifications – NQF 8, advantageous.
- Any commercial/contractual law advantageous
- Valid drivers license with own reliable vehicle
EXPERIENCE
- Must have at least 10 years of retail experience in a senior management position
- Furniture industry experience will be advantageous
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Identify appropriate marketing and advertising channels to projects identified
- Understanding of the total retail journey.
- Drive Brand awareness and the role they play in the Retail space.
- Understand and recommend Digital and social media platforms including websites and e-commerce necessary to successfully coordinate projects.
- Research and understanding the market segmentation, demographics, consumer needs, psychographic and behavioral criteria.
- Required to travel extensively, as necessary, country-wide.
- Propose and design recommended business plans
- Manage all projects to allocated and approved budgets.
- Must be able to lead a work team to achieve project goals within the given constraints.
- Must be able to conduct successful training modules and measure results thereafter.
- Set up appropriate feedback channels for businesses and clients.
SKILLS / BEHAVIOR
- Knowledge of relevant legislation
- Budgeting, with financial modeling and related financial acumen
- Project Management
- Excellent ability to formulate ideas and create presentations for acceptance.
- Commercial/contractual law advantageous
- Outstanding communication, written and verbal in English
- Computer literate with advanced MS Excel
- Strong business acumen, including the ability to analyze and interpret data related to the retail space
- A proven track record in developing and identifying relevant projects from concept to opening and managing cross-functional teams.
- Big picture thinking and strong leadership skills
- Commercially astute
- Emotionally Intelligent
- The ability to get involved and drive results – executive impact
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate at varying levels
- Strong analytical ability and critical thinking skills
- Leadership & Team Management
- Presentable
- Ability to respond calmly under pressure, manage conflict and make rational decisions when required.
- High levels of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion
TO APPLY:
Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV. Please Apply Online
Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
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Note: In accordance with our client’s Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful
About The Employer:
Large bedding/furniture manufacturing group. Existing over 100 years. Long-established brands. Based in the greater Johannesburg.