Executive GM, Operations: Drive Growth & Efficiency(Soweto)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Health & retirement

Career development

Autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a General Manager - Operations to lead all business operations. The role demands strategic thinking, strong leadership, and a proven ability to drive profitability and growth in a large-scale setup.

The GM will set the direction for operational excellence, mentor managers, and ensure compliance across regulatory and safety standards while optimizing financial performance and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior operations management role.
• Proven track record of large-scale operations growth.
• Master's degree in a related field preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive operational strategies aligned with the company's vision and market objectives.
• Oversee all aspects of daily operations, ensuring maximum efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of operational managers and staff.
• Manage P&L responsibility, financial performance, and resource allocation for the operations division.
• Drive innovation and implement best practices to enhance operational processes and productivity.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company policies in Soweto.

Skills

Senior ops exp

Strategic planning

Financial mgmt

Ops optimization

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a General Manager - Operations to lead all business operations. The role demands strategic thinking, strong leadership, and a proven ability to drive profitability and growth in a large-scale setup.

The GM will set the direction for operational excellence, mentor managers, and ensure compliance across regulatory and safety standards while optimizing financial performance and resource allocation.