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Senior Digital Transformation Project Manager

Datamatics Global Services Ltd

Riyadh, KSASeniorStrategy & Consulting

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Job Description: Senior Digital Transformation Project Manager

Location: Saudi Arabia

Experience Required: 10 to 15 Years

Employment Type: Full\-Time

Position Overview

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Digital Transformation Project Manager to lead enterprise\-wide digital transformation initiatives across multiple business functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project and program management, digital strategy, business process transformation, technology implementation, and stakeholder management. This role requires a strategic leader capable of driving organizational change, delivering complex digital programs, and aligning technology solutions with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

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Digital Transformation Leadership

  • Lead and manage end\-to\-end digital transformation projects from initiation through successful delivery.
  • Develop transformation roadmaps aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
  • Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to modernize processes, systems, and customer experiences.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to define digital transformation strategies and business outcomes.

Project \& Program Management

  • Manage large\-scale, cross\-functional projects involving ERP, CRM, cloud, AI, automation, data analytics, and enterprise applications.
  • Establish project governance frameworks, timelines, budgets, resources, and risk management plans.
  • Monitor project performance and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Coordinate internal teams, external vendors, consultants, and technology partners.

Stakeholder Management

  • Engage with C\-level executives, department heads, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and commitment.
  • Facilitate workshops, steering committee meetings, and progress reviews.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans effectively to senior leadership.

Change Management

  • Lead organizational change initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new technologies and business processes.
  • Develop communication, training, and stakeholder engagement plans.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and digital adoption.

Risk \& Compliance Management

  • Identify project risks, dependencies, and challenges, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate governance, regulatory standards, cybersecurity policies, and industry best practices.

Performance \& Continuous Improvement

  • Define and track KPIs, project metrics, and transformation success indicators.
  • Evaluate project outcomes and implement lessons learned for future improvements.
  • Promote Agile, Lean, and PMO best practices across the organization.

Required Qualifications

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  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
  • Master's degree (MBA or related discipline) preferred.
  • PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum Master, or equivalent project management certification preferred.
  • Digital Transformation, Change Management, or Enterprise Architecture certifications are an advantage.

Experience Requirements

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  • 10 to 15 years of overall experience in Project Management, Digital Transformation, IT Strategy, or Business Transformation.
  • Minimum 5\+ years leading enterprise digital transformation programs.
  • Proven experience managing large\-scale technology implementations and organizational change initiatives.
  • Experience working in sectors such as Government, Energy, Telecommunications, Healthcare, Banking, Retail, or Smart Cities is highly preferred.
  • Experience working in the Saudi Arabian market or GCC region is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

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  • Digital Transformation \&

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