Operations Director

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Relocation support

Strategic leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Operations Director to lead the company’s operational backbone from its Mahikeng headquarters. This senior role will set strategic direction, drive efficiency, and foster transformative leadership across production, logistics, customer service, and quality assurance.

You will manage large teams and significant budgets while aligning operations with strategic business goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in business/operations.
• 10+ years of senior operations leadership experience.
• Proven track record of strategic planning, financial oversight, and execution excellence.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategic vision and direction for all company operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee and manage all operational departments, including production, logistics, customer service, and quality assurance.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
• Lead and mentor senior operational managers, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.

Skills

leadership

strategic planning

financial management

operational execution

communication

decision making

process improvement

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and strategic Operations Director to lead their entire operational infrastructure from their Mahikeng headquarters. This senior leadership role is responsible for setting the strategic direction of operations, ensuring maximum efficiency, and driving innovation across all business functions. You will lead a large team, manage significant budgets, and implement best practices to achieve organizational goals. This is a critical position for a seasoned executive passionate about operational excellence and transformative leadership within a key regional hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the strategic vision and direction for all company operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee and manage all operational departments, including production, logistics, customer service, and quality assurance.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
• Lead and mentor senior operational managers, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in senior operations leadership roles, with a proven track record of managing large-scale operations.
• Extensive experience in strategic planning, financial management, and operational execution.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive significant business growth and operational improvements.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including base salary and substantial bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other premium benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and strategic influence.
• Relocation support for candidates moving to the area.
• A leadership role with substantial impact and autonomy.