Director of Operations Excellence

Placements24; Centurion; Híbrido; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement annuity fund

Annual performance bonus

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Director of Operations Excellence in Centurion, Gauteng. The role drives continuous improvement across manufacturing and supply chain, implementing Lean Six Sigma and fostering a culture of efficiency and quality.

A hands-on leader will guide projects, training, and KPI tracking to elevate performance. The ideal candidate has a strong Lean Six Sigma background, 7+ years in operations, and a track record of measurable gains in cost, quality, and cycle times in a manufacturing

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical/managerial field; Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years in operations management with process-improvement focus.
• Proven Lean Six Sigma project leadership; Black Belt desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Lead development and execution of an operations excellence strategy.
• Drive CI initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, and operations.
• Implement Lean Six Sigma programs: training, certification, project execution.

Conocimientos

Lean Six Sigma

Operations management

Process improvement

Leadership

Data analysis

Change management

Communication

Facilitation

Strategic thinking

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations Management/Business Administration

Master’s degree preferred

Herramientas

Data visualization tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturing firm, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Operations Excellence to join their team in Centurion, Gauteng. This role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement initiatives across all operational facets of the business. The Director will be responsible for implementing methodologies like Lean Six Sigma, optimizing workflows, and fostering a culture of operational efficiency and quality. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader passionate about driving tangible improvements in performance and productivity within a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive operations excellence strategy.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, and other operational functions.
• Implement and manage Lean Six Sigma programs, including training, certification, and project execution.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational performance and excellence.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on continuous improvement methodologies for employees at all levels.
• Champion a culture of quality, efficiency, and problem‑solving throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with departmental managers to integrate operational excellence principles into daily operations.
• Benchmark best practices and stay abreast of industry trends in operations excellence.
• Report on progress and impact of operational excellence initiatives to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management, with a strong focus on process improvement and operational excellence.
• Proven experience in implementing and leading Lean Six Sigma projects and programs (Black Belt certification highly desirable).
• Demonstrated ability to drive significant and measurable improvements in operational efficiency, cost reduction, and quality.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain dynamics.
• Excellent leadership, change management, and facilitation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector in Centurion, Gauteng is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, an annual performance bonus, comprehensive medical aid, a retirement annuity fund, and extensive opportunities for professional development and training.

• competitive salary
• annual performance bonus
• comprehensive medical aid
• retirement annuity fund
• extensive opportunities for professional development and training

The role offers a hybrid work model, allowing for flexibility while ensuring necessary collaboration at our Centurion, Gauteng site.