Operations Manager & Executive Assistant

Prime Strategy Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consulting firm in Dubai seeks a Founder's Right Hand to manage ERP implementations and optimize operations. Candidates should have 5–8 years of experience in project management, ERP know-how, and Lean/Six Sigma expertise. The role includes leading project execution, building operational dashboards, and collaborating closely with the Founder on strategic initiatives. This is an opportunity to shape the backbone of a growing startup while excelling in a multi-faceted position.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years in operations/project management.
• Experience in services, tech, logistics, or facilities management.
• Green Belt in Lean/Six Sigma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead ERPNext implementation and coordinate vendors.
• Optimize operations by applying Lean/Six Sigma principles.
• Build dashboards for KPIs and financial tracking.
• Support the Founder with priorities and meetings.

Skills

ERP implementation experience

Lean/Six Sigma knowledge

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

Fluent in English & Arabic

Job description

The Role: Founder's Right Hand

A unique hybrid position combining:

• Operations Manager – Drive day-to-day operations, SOPs, and performance
• Executive Assistant – Lead ERP implementation, manage strategic projects, and coordinate across all teams

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ERPNext implementation – Own the project, coordinate vendors, roll out modules (subscriptions, billing, CRM, scheduling)
• Optimize operations – Apply Lean/Six Sigma, design SOPs, reduce bottlenecks, drive online migration
• Build dashboards – Weekly/monthly KPIs, financial tracking, actionable insights
• Support the Founder – Manage priorities, meetings, follow-ups, presentations, and execution

First 6 Months Goals

• Complete ERP Phase 1 go-live
• Migrate customers to online/automated systems
• Launch real-time operations dashboard
• Document 5–7 core SOPs

Who You Are

Experience: 5–8+ years in operations/project management (services, tech, logistics, FM)

Must-Haves:

• ERP implementation experience (ERPNext, Odoo, SAP, etc.)
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge (Green Belt preferred)
• Advanced Excel, reporting, and financial analysis
• Fluent in English & Arabic 🇦🇪

You're:

• Highly structured and detail-oriented
• A strong executor with ownership mindset
• Excellent at stakeholder management
• Comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

Why Join?

• Build the operational backbone of a scaling startup
• Lead meaningful tech transformation
• Work directly with the Founder on strategic growth