Director of Operations Strategy

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 2,400,000 - 3,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Global health benefits

Fully remote work

Unlimited PTO

Cutting-edge tools

Mentorship program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Operations Strategy to lead the development and execution of global operational initiatives. This remote-first role coordinates across distributed teams, aligning operations with overall business goals and driving efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

You will partner with executive leadership to shape the future state of operations, foster continuous improvement, and manage large-scale transformations from a remote work environment with a

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading operations strategy and execution.
• Proven track record of large-scale transformations with measurable impact.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management for remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a clear operational strategy aligned with company goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams in strategic operational projects.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and transformation in processes.
• Drive adoption of best practices and new technologies.
• Analyze market trends to inform decisions.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to measure strategic initiatives.

Skills

Operations management

Strategy development

Leadership

Remote team management

Change management

Education

MBA or related degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and innovative Director of Operations Strategy to lead the development and implementation of operational initiatives across their globally distributed teams, with a hub in Polokwane . This senior remote role is responsible for defining the future state of operations, driving significant improvements in efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. You will work closely with executive leadership to align operational strategy with overall business goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a clear, compelling operational strategy aligned with the company's vision and objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the design and execution of strategic operational projects.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for innovation and transformation in operational processes.
• Drive the adoption of best practices and new technologies to enhance operational performance.
• Analyze market trends and competitive landscapes to inform strategic decisions.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to measure the success of strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in operations management, strategy development, and execution.
• Proven track record of leading complex operational transformations and delivering significant business impact.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and influencing abilities, adept at managing remote teams and stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of operational frameworks, process optimization, and change management.
• MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package with significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive global health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible, fully remote work arrangement and unlimited PTO.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
• Opportunities for executive mentorship and leadership development.