Administrative Manager: Lead Ops & Strategy (On-Site, Upington)

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Bonuses

Professional development

Modern office

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead our administrative functions on-site. You will supervise the admin team, streamline office processes, manage facilities and procurement, and provide strategic support to senior leadership.

Your role combines hands-on operations with budgeting oversight, policy development, and vendor negotiations to drive efficiency and ensure compliant, high‑quality support across the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Administrative Managerial role or senior leadership within administration.
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and management.
• Excellent understanding of office management principles and best practices.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and expense management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor the administrative team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and implement administrative policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Oversee all aspects of office management, including facilities, supplies, and equipment.
• Manage complex budgeting and financial administration for the administrative department.
• Coordinate and ensure the smooth execution of executive-level support and scheduling.
• Drive process improvements and technology adoption within the administrative functions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations for administrative services.
• Oversee the planning and execution of company-wide events and meetings.
• Serve as a key liaison between administrative staff and senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead our administrative functions on-site. You will supervise the admin team, streamline office processes, manage facilities and procurement, and provide strategic support to senior leadership.

Your role combines hands-on operations with budgeting oversight, policy development, and vendor negotiations to drive efficiency and ensure compliant, high‑quality support across the organization.