District Operations Manager

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

On-site management Soweto

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a District Operations Manager to oversee and optimize operations across multiple locations in the Soweto district. Lead site managers and staff to drive revenue, customer satisfaction, and cost control.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS and at least five years of multi-unit management experience, with strong leadership and data-driven decision-making abilities. This on-site role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities in Soweto.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in multi-unit management or district operations.
• Proven experience in driving sales performance and managing operational costs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze operational data and implement effective strategies.
• Proficiency in point-of-sale (POS) systems and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the operations of multiple business units within the assigned district.
• Ensure operational targets for revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction are met or exceeded.
• Implement and enforce company policies and procedures across all district locations.
• Train, mentor, and manage district staff, including site managers, to ensure high performance.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage budgets, and control operational expenses within the district.
• Conduct regular site visits and performance reviews to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Data analysis

POS systems

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven District Operations Manager to oversee and manage operations across multiple locations within the Soweto district. This role is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, driving business performance, and maintaining high service standards across all assigned sites. You will lead a team of site managers and operational staff, focusing on achieving key performance indicators related to sales, customer satisfaction, and operational costs. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of retail or service operations management.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the operations of multiple business units within the assigned district.
• Ensure operational targets for revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction are met or exceeded.
• Implement and enforce company policies and procedures across all district locations.
• Train, mentor, and manage district staff, including site managers, to ensure high performance.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage budgets, and control operational expenses within the district.
• Conduct regular site visits and performance reviews to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in multi-unit management or district operations.
• Proven experience in driving sales performance and managing operational costs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze operational data and implement effective strategies.
• Proficiency in point-of-sale (POS) systems and standard office software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• On-site management role within the vibrant Soweto area.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• A challenging and rewarding role with direct impact on district performance.