Administrative Manager - Hybrid

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Health, dental, vision insurance

Leave and sick days

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead our administrative functions from Port Elizabeth in a hybrid role. You will direct a team, streamline operations, manage budgets and procurement, and foster a productive workplace culture.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong leadership, and the ability to balance remote and on-site needs while driving continuous improvement. Strong communication and office-management expertise are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in office management or a senior administrative leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in team management and staff development.
• Strong understanding of budget management and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the administrative team, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Oversee the daily operations of the administrative department, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management.
• Develop, implement, and refine administrative policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage office budgets, procurement of supplies, and vendor relationships.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless inter-departmental administrative support.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budget management

Procurement

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Administrative Manager to lead their administrative functions, offering a hybrid work model from their Port Elizabeth base. This role is critical in overseeing the efficiency of administrative operations, managing a team of administrative staff, and ensuring the smooth running of the office environment. You will be responsible for developing and implementing administrative policies, managing budgets, and fostering a productive and supportive workplace culture. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, adept at balancing remote team management with on-site operational needs and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the administrative team, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Oversee the daily operations of the administrative department, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management.
• Develop, implement, and refine administrative policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage office budgets, procurement of supplies, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure the office environment is well-maintained, safe, and conducive to productivity.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless inter-departmental administrative support.

Requirements

• Proven experience in office management or a senior administrative leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in team management and staff development.
• Strong understanding of budget management and procurement processes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with office management software.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work environment, managing both remote and on-site responsibilities effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement , combining office and remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick days.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career advancement.