Director of Global Operations & Strategy

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 990.000 - 1.210.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive-level salary

Performance bonus

Equity options

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development stipend

Generous home office stipend

Global impact and growth

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Global Operations & Strategy to lead the company’s remote, international expansion. The role requires building scalable operational frameworks, cross-border governance, and top-tier leadership of distributed teams.

You will drive profitability through efficiency, new markets, and strategic investments. The position emphasizes bold strategic thinking, strong financial acumen, and a proven ability to manage multi-million dollar projects in a fast-paced,

Qualifikationen

• MBA or equivalent master’s degree in a relevant field.
• 12+ years in global operations management and strategic planning with leadership roles.
• Proven track record scaling operations internationally and managing mega projects.
• Strong budgeting, P&L, and investment analysis experience.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global operations strategy.
• Oversee processes across international subsidiaries and units.
• Lead market analyses, feasibility studies, and business cases.
• Manage major international expansion projects end-to-end.
• Drive efficiency, cost optimization, and quality improvements.
• Build and lead dispersed operations teams and KPIs.
• Collaborate with executives on strategy and resource allocation.
• Establish relationships with international partners and stakeholders.
• Promote best practices in operations and process innovation.

Kenntnisse

Global leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-cultural collaboration

Executive communication

Ausbildung

MBA or equivalent Master’s

Tools

ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge renewable energy company with a growing international footprint, is seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Global Operations & Strategy to lead their operational expansion. This is a fully remote executive position, responsible for defining and executing the company's global operational strategy, optimizing processes, and ensuring scalable growth across all international markets. You will be instrumental in building robust operational frameworks, managing complex projects, and fostering cross-functional alignment to achieve ambitious business goals. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in international operations, strategic planning, and leading diverse, distributed teams. This role requires a blend of strategic foresight, operational excellence, and strong leadership to navigate and succeed in a global, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global operations strategy aligned with the company's vision and growth objectives.
• Oversee and optimize operational processes across all international subsidiaries and business units.
• Lead strategic planning initiatives, including market analysis, feasibility studies, and business case development.
• Manage and execute major international expansion projects from inception to completion.
• Drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and quality improvements across the global organization.
• Build and lead a high-performing, geographically dispersed operations team.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for global operations.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define strategic direction and resource allocation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with international partners and stakeholders.
• Implement and champion best practices in operational management and process innovation.

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in global operations management and strategic planning, with a significant portion in leadership roles.
• Proven track record of successfully scaling operations in multiple international markets.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex, multi-million dollar projects.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, P&L management, and investment analysis.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and cross-cultural collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and operational software.
• This role is fully remote, requiring strong self-management and virtual team leadership skills.
• Experience in the renewable energy or related technology sector is a plus.

Benefits

• An executive-level annual salary of R1,100,000.
• Substantial annual performance-based bonus.
• Equity options in a rapidly growing company.
• Comprehensive international health and wellness benefits.
• Annual allowance for professional development, including conferences and training.
• Flexible remote work environment with a generous home office stipend.
• Opportunity to significantly impact the global strategy of an innovative company.