Career Opportunities: Senior Project Manager - Applications (Corporate) (89660)

Senior Project Manager - Applications (Corporate)

Almarai, a leading multinational food and beverage company headquartered in Saudi Arabia, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead its corporate applications initiatives. This pivotal role is based on-site in Saudi Arabia and offers a unique opportunity to drive transformative projects that enhance operational efficiency, digital innovation, and business growth within one of the region’s most dynamic organizations.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex corporate application projects. Your primary focus will be to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. Your duties will include:

• Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact corporate application projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement project strategies, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk management, and change control, to drive successful project outcomes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior leadership, IT departments, and business units to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure seamless project integration across the organization.
• Risk and Issue Management: Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project continuity.
• Performance Monitoring: Track project progress using key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting tools to ensure transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all project deliverables meet corporate standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices in application development and deployment.
• Team Development: Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Qualifications and Experience

To excel in this role, you must possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum) is highly desirable.
• Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive project management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior project management role, preferably within the corporate applications domain.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) and proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA, MS Project, or similar platforms.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, with a track record of delivering complex projects in fast-paced environments.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with a strong aptitude for identifying challenges, developing solutions, and driving data-driven decision-making.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with corporate applications, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, customer relationship management (CRM) tools, and digital transformation initiatives is advantageous.

Why Join Almarai?

Almarai is a premier employer in the Middle East, known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and employee development. By joining our team, you will benefit from:

• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, performance bonuses, and long-term incentives.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development through training programs, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices.
• Work-Life Balance: A supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance, employee well-being, and a culture of collaboration.
• Impactful Work: The chance to contribute to transformative projects that shape the future of the food and beverage industry in the region and beyond.
• Global Recognition: Almarai’s reputation as a market leader offers unparalleled professional visibility and networking opportunities.

If you are a results-driven Senior Project Manager looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic corporate environment, we invite you to apply and become part of Almarai’s journey toward excellence.