Global Operations Lead - Remote-First & Scalable

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary + equity potential

International travel when necessary

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Global Operations Lead to harmonize operational strategies across international branches in a remote-first environment. You will manage distributed teams, optimize global supply chains, and drive scalable processes across time zones.

This senior role requires a Master's, 10+ years in operations, and strong cross-cultural leadership. You will implement best practices, set global KPIs, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to strategic expansion

Qualifications

• Master's degree in International Business, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years in operations management with at least 5 in global/international leadership.
• Proven experience leading remote, geographically dispersed teams.
• Experience optimizing international supply chains and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standardized global operational policies and procedures.
• Lead and manage a globally distributed operations team.
• Oversee and optimize international supply chains, logistics, and inventory.
• Drive adoption of best practices and technologies across regions.
• Establish and monitor global KPIs for consistent performance.
• Manage cross-functional projects with global scope.
• Facilitate effective communication among international teams.
• Analyze global market trends to identify improvements.
• Ensure compliance with international regulations and legal requirements.
• Contribute to strategic planning for global expansion.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Remote team leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Global mindset

Education

Master's degree in International Business, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Global Operations Lead to harmonize operational strategies across international branches in a remote-first environment. You will manage distributed teams, optimize global supply chains, and drive scalable processes across time zones.

This senior role requires a Master's, 10+ years in operations, and strong cross-cultural leadership. You will implement best practices, set global KPIs, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to strategic expansion