Global Operations Director (Remote)

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 207,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Global Operations Director to lead and transform international operations. This fully remote role provides the chance to shape strategies across multiple markets and coordinate distributed teams from anywhere in the world, including connections to Kimberley.

You will drive efficiency, scalability, and compliance with global regulations, partnering with executives to achieve strategic objectives and deliver measurable impact across supply chains and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in global operations management, with significant leadership responsibilities.
• Experience managing complex, multi-national operations and driving improvements.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven experience in leading and developing remote, international teams.
• Strong understanding of global supply chain dynamics, risk management, and international business practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global operational strategies to support business growth and objectives.
• Oversee and optimize international supply chains, logistics, and operational workflows.
• Lead and mentor a global team of operations managers and specialists, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all operational functions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with international regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and achieve strategic operational goals.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Remote leadership

Supply chain

Risk management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree in Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Global Operations Director to lead and transform their international operational functions. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to shape operational strategies across multiple global markets. You will be responsible for driving operational efficiency, scalability, and consistency worldwide, ensuring alignment with the company's global objectives. This leadership role requires a visionary individual with a proven ability to manage complex, distributed teams and implement innovative operational solutions from anywhere in the world, including managing operations relevant to Kimberley and its connections.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global operational strategies to support business growth and objectives.
• Oversee and optimize international supply chains, logistics, and operational workflows.
• Lead and mentor a global team of operations managers and specialists, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all operational functions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with international regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and achieve strategic operational goals.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in global operations management , with significant leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-national operations and driving significant improvements.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven experience in leading and developing remote, international teams.
• Strong understanding of global supply chain dynamics, risk management, and international business practices.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including base salary and substantial performance bonuses.
• Stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Complete flexibility to work from any location globally.
• Comprehensive international health and insurance benefits.
• Significant opportunities for strategic impact and professional growth.