Chemicals Ops Manager: Lead Efficiency & Growth

RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Hartbeesfontein; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily activities across departments, with a focus on efficiency and productivity in a chemical-industry environment.

The ideal candidate will have a sharp business mind, proven leadership, and strong budgeting, inventory, and staff management skills, plus familiarity with Syspro and Pastel Accounting.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric required; a degree in Business, Operations Management or related field preferred.
• Proven work experience as an Operations Manager or similar role.
• Minimum three years’ chemical industry related experience advantageous.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial principles.
• Inventory and staff management experience; strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Syspro and Pastel Accounting advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities across multiple departments for maximum productivity.
• Develop and maintain an environment of trust, diversity, and inclusion.
• Contribute to growth and profitability of the Johannesburg branch.

Skills

Leadership ability

Excellent communication skills

Staff management

Inventory management

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Syspro

Pastel Accounting

Job description

RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily activities across departments, with a focus on efficiency and productivity in a chemical-industry environment.

The ideal candidate will have a sharp business mind, proven leadership, and strong budgeting, inventory, and staff management skills, plus familiarity with Syspro and Pastel Accounting.