Operations Director

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Health & retirement

Leadership programs

Strategic impact Pretoria

Innovative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Operations Director to drive operational excellence across all functions in Pretoria. The role demands strategic oversight, budget ownership, and building a high-performance team to scale operations.

We require an MBA or Master’s in a related field with 10–15 years of leadership experience in operations, and proven expertise in Lean/Six Sigma and budgeting. Expect an executive bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10–15 years of progressive experience in operations leadership, including director-level roles.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting and P&L management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational strategies that align with corporate objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day management of all operational departments, including logistics, supply chain, and customer service.
• Lead strategic projects focused on process improvement, cost reduction, and service enhancement.
• Establish KPIs and monitor operational performance against targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the ops team.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Lean/Six Sigma

Budgeting & P&L

Stakeholder management

Education

MBA or Master's in Operations Management/related

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a forward-thinking Operations Director to spearhead operational excellence and strategic initiatives in Pretoria . This senior leadership position is responsible for defining and executing the company's operational blueprint, ensuring efficiency, quality, and scalability across all functions. You will champion innovation, manage complex projects, and lead a high-performing operations team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced leader to drive significant organizational impact and contribute to the company's continued success in the administrative capital.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational strategies that align with corporate objectives.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of all operational departments, including logistics, supply chain, and customer service.
• Lead strategic projects focused on process improvement, cost reduction, and service enhancement.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitor operational performance against targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the operations team.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10-15 years of progressive experience in operations leadership, including director-level roles.
• Proven track record in managing complex operational environments and driving significant change.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and P&L management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive executive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Executive leadership development programs and mentorship.
• Opportunity to influence strategic direction from a key position in Pretoria.
• A dynamic work environment committed to innovation and operational excellence.