Director of Global Operations

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,959,000 - 3,102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus opportunities

International health coverage

Generous paid time off

Professional development budget

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Global Operations to lead international strategies from a fully remote perspective. This senior role defines and implements operational excellence across regions, shaping a scalable global framework.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in operations with 8+ years in global leadership, strong budgeting and P&L skills, and a proven remote leadership track record. Join a high-performance, distributed team driving sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, International Business, or related field; MBA strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 8 years in a global leadership capacity.
• Experience managing global operations and supply chains in a remote-first environment.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing large global budgets and P&L.
• Exceptional leadership and cross-cultural communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global operational strategies across regions.
• Oversee international operations, ensuring alignment with goals and regulations.
• Lead a geographically dispersed team of operations professionals.
• Drive global process improvements leveraging technology and best practices.
• Manage global budgets, P&L, and KPIs for financial health.
• Foster strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders worldwide.

Skills

Strategic planning

Global operations

Remote leadership

Cross-cultural management

Budgeting & P&L

Stakeholder management

Education

MBA preferred

Master's degree in Business Administration/International Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for an accomplished Director of Global Operations to lead their international operational strategies from a fully remote perspective. This senior leadership position involves defining, implementing, and overseeing operational excellence across all global regions, ensuring seamless integration and maximum efficiency. You will be instrumental in shaping the company's global operational framework, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering a high-performance culture within a distributed workforce. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in managing global operations, a proven ability to lead diverse teams remotely, and a strategic mindset focused on innovation and sustainable growth across continents.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global operational strategies to achieve organizational objectives and enhance market competitiveness.
• Oversee all international operations, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance with local regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a geographically dispersed team of operations professionals.
• Drive global process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology and best practices for efficiency and scalability.
• Manage global operational budgets, P&L, and key performance indicators to ensure financial health and operational success.
• Foster strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders worldwide.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, International Business, or a related field; MBA strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 8 years in a global leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, international operations and supply chains in a remote-first environment.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, global expansion, and operational risk management.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing large global budgets and P&L.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-cultural management skills are essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive global salary with executive bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive international health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote working arrangements.
• Significant budget for professional development and international travel.
• Opportunity to shape the future of global operations for a growing organization.