Assistant Project Manager - Johannesburg
Strategic Personnel
Reference: JHB000513-Dana-1Reporting to the Programme Manager , with support functions to other departments, the incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the direction and executing key areas of responsibility in the project. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (throughout the entire business, Manufacturing, Sales & Marketing, & 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: Develop the Local Connected Strategy in South Africa with primary focus on the main project. Day-to-day programme management of the project for the organisation Planning and execution of the operational workflows of the project including project schedule and stakeholder management. 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. Be an integral part of 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 Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrate strong skills in developing presentations for new strategy and business model implementation. Connected/MaaS service planning, business development and sales: Execute the service planning/operating (communication device for vehicle) introduction project as project member. Understand customer needs, and planning/design of services and businesses in the connected and mobility fields. Planning and development of the App to ensure system readiness for Guests, Dealers and internal staff Develop the departmental strategic direction, regional connected strategy in Africa and implementation plan from a business perspective. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: NQF 5 level qualification (240 credits - level 8 framework) in Engineering, B Com, Business Sciences 3-5 years working in a project management and sales role Business experience with the theme of solving social issues Basic sales and planning skillset Have IT literacy and experience in IT utilization COMPETENCIES: Accurate Information gathering and analysis leading to sound decision making Appropriate judgement and problem solving Strong verbal and written communication skills Planning and communication of short, midterm and long term initiatives Prioritization and allocation of resources Integrity Awareness and commitment to our mission Awareness of situations and decisiveness Establishing framework and systems for organisational review Feedback of evaluation and long-term development of others Strategic review of work methods Negotiation and good communication Relationship building Motivating people Appropriate evaluation and feedback Teamwork Self-starter and highly disciplined with ability to work without close supervision. IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS: Strategic and logical thinking Leadership Passion for the business Attention to detail and sticking to achievement Customer first mind Action oriented NICE-TO_HAVE (DESIRABLE NOT ESSENTIAL): Post Graduate Sales & Marketing general knowledge Technical Background General Automotive business knowledge R 30000 - R 50000 - Monthly plus Medical Aid, Provident, Car allowance, Co contribution to Pension, Performance bonus
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