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Project Manager

United Exports
Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa Posted Sep 9, 2026
Full-time

About this role

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our Operations team. In this role, you will lead end-to-end project delivery while driving continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, while aligning outcomes with business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and enjoys turning complex requirements into successful solutions.

Key Performance Outputs

  • Plan, execute, and deliver projects from initiation through to completion

  • Track progress, manage deadlines, and ensure alignment with scope and budget

  • Gather and analyse business requirements, facilitating workshops and stakeholder engagement

  • Translate business needs into clear project documentation (e.g., scope, process maps, UAT plans)

  • Lead project teams and collaborate with internal departments and external vendors

  • Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate project updates, risks, and outcomes

  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

  • Maintain high-quality standards across all project deliverables

  • Drive process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives

  • Produce regular reporting and maintain comprehensive project documentation

Requirements

  • Minimum Requirements

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field

  • 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role

  • PMP, PRINCE II, or equivalent certification (advantageous)

  • Proven experience managing projects end-to-end

  • Key Skills & Competencies

  • Technical Skills

  • Strong business analysis and problem-solving capability

  • Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)

  • Ability to translate complex requirements into actionable solutions

  • Strong organisational and multitasking skills

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

  • Exposure to process improvement and systems optimisation

  • Behavioural Competencies

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Strong relationship-building ability

  • Highly organised, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented

  • Why Join Us?

  • You’ll be joining a collaborative team that values excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance through effective project delivery and innovation.

  • If you’re passionate about delivering projects that drive real business outcomes, we’d love to hear from you!

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