Graduate Operations Coordinator

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate salary

Bonuses

Broad exposure to operations

Project coordination training

Career development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a proactive Graduate Operations Coordinator to support day-to-day operations, assist in planning and monitoring projects, and help improve processes.

This entry-level role offers broad exposure to logistics, data reporting, and cross-functional collaboration, with training and performance bonuses. Ideal for recent graduates with a degree in business or operations and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Strong understanding of operations management principles.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data tracking and reporting.
• Good problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of operational activities and projects.
• Assist in coordinating logistics, resource allocation, and workflow management.
• Help maintain operational records, databases, and reporting systems.
• Identify and recommend improvements to operational processes and efficiency.
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide administrative support to the operations management team.

Skills

Operations management principles

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an efficient and proactive Graduate Operations Coordinator to join their team in Upington . This role offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to gain broad experience in managing and optimizing operational processes within a dynamic business environment. You will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations, improving efficiency, and ensuring the smooth running of various departmental functions. Working closely with operations managers and team members, you will develop valuable skills in logistics, project support, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of operational activities and projects.
• Assist in coordinating logistics, resource allocation, and workflow management.
• Help maintain operational records, databases, and reporting systems.
• Identify and recommend improvements to operational processes and efficiency.
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide administrative support to the operations management team.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of operations management principles.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data tracking and reporting.
• Good problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with various stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Broad exposure to operational aspects of the business.
• Training in project coordination and process improvement methodologies.
• Opportunities for career development within operations.
• A collaborative and results-oriented work environment.