Project Manager Contractor: Connected Solutions at Watershed Consulting

• Reporting to the Manager: Connected Car, the incumbent will be responsible for driving the direction and managing the execution of key areas of responsibility within the App development team (Connect, e-commerce & Loyalty). They will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (throughout the entire TSAM business, Manufacturing, Sales & Marketing, Lexus, TFS, and Hino & Suppliers) and the dealer network. The candidate must possess very strong networking and relationship building skills. This position forms part of the Sales & Marketing Group and is based in Johannesburg: 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 

• Overall project management within the Connected solutions framework. Manage multiple projects ensuring adequate resource allocation and ensuring on time delivery in line with business specification. 
• Planning and directing the work of a team of business technology professionals, monitoring their work and providing guidance, ensuring clarity around priorities and goals for the team. 
• Liaise with various stakeholders to establish and drive common understanding in terms of project(s) direction. 
• Communicate standard requirements to supplier in line with specifications. 
• Monitor and communicate deviances and employ mitigating measures to keep project in line with specifications. 
• Lead the delivery of technology and digitisation initiatives for the various departments and the dealer network. 
• Create and maintain an environment that encourages collaboration and alignment between various divisions in the Manufacturing as well as the Sales & Marketing Group. 
• Preparation of documents & time schedules 
• Self- management and leadership development 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Activity and resource planning 
• Organizing and motivating project team 
• Controlling time management 
• Cost estimation and developing the budget 
• Ensuring customer satisfaction 
• Analyzing and managing project risk 
• Monitoring progress 
• Managing reports and necessary documentation 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• NQF Level 6 – (360 credits – 8 level framework) 
• Project Management 
• Experience within the technology environment
• PC Literacy (MS Office package - advanced) 
• A knowledge of key systems in IT environment 
• Technology or Motor industry experience an advantage