Hybrid Senior Operations Leader - Drive Efficiency & Growth

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager in Paarl, Western Cape. The role combines on-site leadership with remote work flexibility, focusing on operational efficiency and team development.

The candidate should bring a strong background in process improvement, Lean Six Sigma, and budget oversight, with a track record of managing complex operations in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive operations management experience.
• Proven leadership in developing operational teams.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma process improvement.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with budget management and financial oversight.
• Familiarity with the Western Cape/Paarl business landscape is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to boost efficiency and productivity.
• Oversee daily operations and optimize resource allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of operations professionals.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align ops with business goals.
• Manage budgets and control expenses to meet targets.
• Monitor KPIs and report on operational performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager in Paarl, Western Cape. The role combines on-site leadership with remote work flexibility, focusing on operational efficiency and team development.

The candidate should bring a strong background in process improvement, Lean Six Sigma, and budget oversight, with a track record of managing complex operations in dynamic environments.