FMCG Regional Operations Leader – Paarl (Hybrid)

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Provident fund

Company vehicle / travel allowance

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Operations Manager to lead and optimize FMCG operations across Paarl and surrounding facilities. You will manage production, supply chain, inventory and distribution, driving continuous improvements and cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to balance on-site presence with hybrid work arrangements in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in operations management within FMCG.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with production, warehousing, and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-site operations ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize production and costs.
• Manage inventory, warehousing, and distribution logistics.
• Lead and develop operations staff; drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor KPIs and take corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regs.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Finance to align plans.
• Manage budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Drive lean initiatives and other improvement methodologies.

Skills

Operations leadership

Lean manufacturing

Budget management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Operations Manager to lead and optimize FMCG operations across Paarl and surrounding facilities. You will manage production, supply chain, inventory and distribution, driving continuous improvements and cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to balance on-site presence with hybrid work arrangements in a dynamic environment.