Strategic Gears is the largest Saudi management consultancy firm in Saudi Arabia, with offices in Egypt and London. We provide multidisciplinary services to both the private and public sectors, contributing to the transformation era of Saudi Arabia driven by the Vision 2030 initiatives. As a knowledge hub, we publish monthly reports on the Kingdom’s economy and hot topics in various sectors. Role Overview: The SMO Manager will have a crucial role in driving the success of our internal projects and collaborating with our partners. The SMO Manager will help ensure the overall success of our organization. The SMO Manager will guide and assist in executing strategic projects that contribute to our organization's mission and growth. This position focuses on internal coordination, process optimization, and ensuring the successful execution of consulting projects that meet and exceed client expectations. The primary responsibility of the SMO is to understand the company's vision, priorities, and expectations. They will regularly update project progress and highlight potential challenges or opportunities. This role is critical in ensuring our projects succeed and align with our organization's goals.
Responsibilities
Problem-solving orientation with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
Collaborating with various departments and stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency. This may involve conducting process audits, facilitating process mapping sessions, and recommending best practices to optimize organizational performance.
Assisting in the coordination and management of strategic initiatives and projects. This includes defining project objectives, developing project plans, monitoring project timelines, and facilitating communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams.
Collaborate and follow up with partners to understand project requirements and priorities and attend stakeholders’ meetings when needed.
Collaborate with the Finance team on project schedules, budget outlines, and financial reports.
Create detailed weekly project progress reports for Seniors.
Assisting in applying policies and procedures for project management for the organization.
Ensure that the programs and portfolios are aligned with operational and strategic objectives.
Implement project review processes to assess performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Facilitate communication and collaboration among different consulting teams and departments.
Act as a central point of contact for project managers, providing guidance and support as needed.
Optimize resource allocation across projects for efficient and timely delivery.
Evaluate existing project management methodologies and tools for enhancements.
Skills
Fluent in English and Arabic.
Exceptional communication and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and levels of the organization.
Attention to detail, strategic thinking, and exceptional problem-solving skills.
Strong knowledge of business acumen, resource planning, SMO practices, regulations, and compliance requirements.
Strong understanding of SMO methodologies and the ability to adapt them to suit consulting project dynamics.
Problem-solving orientation with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, project management, or any related field.
Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, etc.) is a must.
Successfully delivering complex projects for 4-6 years.
