Director Of Operations

Elitez Asia Vi?T Nam; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A global mobility company is seeking an Operational Director to define operational vision and manage HR functions. The role requires at least 5 years of senior leadership experience, preferably in ride-hailing or logistics. Responsibilities include managing capital investments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have strong strategic and analytical skills to drive growth and efficiency within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in senior leadership, preferably in Ride-Hailing, Logistics, or Car Rental.
• Proven track record of driving organizational growth with integrity.
• Experience managing international business operations.

Responsibilities

• Define the operational vision and hiring strategy with CEO.
• Manage capital investments and expenses to meet growth targets.
• Oversee the full Human Resources lifecycle for optimal productivity.
• Ensure compliance with national and local business regulations.
• Build relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic & Regulatory Acumen

Analytical Problem Solving

Decisive Leadership

Capital Growth

Global Perspective

Job description

Elitez Asiais a regional human resource company founded in Singapore in

Our Group provides reliable full-suite HR solutions for clients in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam.

Operational Director – South Africa

On behalf of our client – a global company in ride-hailing / electric mobility, we are seeking for positions of Operational Director, South Africa with Job description as below

Strategic Execution & Process Optimization

Collaborate with the CEO to define the operational vision and hiring strategy. Translate corporate strategy into concrete short- and long-term plans. Analyze current internal workflows to identify bottlenecks and implement process enhancements for greater efficiency.

Financial Stewardship & Growth

Manage capital investments and expenses aggressively to ensure the company meets investor growth and profitability targets. Oversee Accounting and partner with the CEO on sales management to budget for near-term growth. Utilize tracking software to monitor KPIs, creating detailed forecasts and taking corrective action where necessary.

Talent & Culture Management

Oversee the full Human Resources lifecycle: recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and retention. Cultivate a highly inclusive work environment that maximizes employee productivity and professional development.

Compliance & Stakeholder Relations

Ensure full compliance with all national and local business regulations. Build and maintain high-trust relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders to support organizational stability.

Essential Qualifications

Executive Experience: A minimum of 5 years in senior leadership, preferably in Ride-Hailing (Uber / Bolt / Indriver), Logistics, or Car Rental, with a proven track record of driving organizational growth with integrity and resolve.

• Strategic & Regulatory Acumen: Deep expertise in advanced business planning and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics, with the foresight to diagnose operational bottlenecks before they escalat
• Decisive Leadership: A proactive leader capable of making rapid, high-stakes decisions to resolve issues quickly.
• Capital Growth: Demonstrated experience in fundraising and investor relations.
• Global Perspective: Previous experience managing international business operations or cross-border expansions.