Operations Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Presencial; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.400.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Company vehicle

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for a leading FMCG company based in Mahikeng, North West. You will oversee manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, and quality control to ensure efficiency, compliance, and timely delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years in operations management, with lean principles, ERP proficiency, and strong leadership. You will drive continuous improvement, manage a large team, and collaborate with sales, procurement and

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management, with FMCG background.
• Proven experience in managing large teams and complex operational processes.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, quality management systems, and supply chain logistics.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and operational management software.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including production, warehousing, logistics, and quality control.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
• Manage and lead a diverse team of operational staff, fostering a culture of performance and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, and finance to align operational goals with business objectives.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Decision-making

ERP systems proficiency

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management or related field

Herramientas

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the FMCG sector, is seeking an experienced and highly organized Operations Manager to oversee their manufacturing and distribution functions. This critical role, based in Mahikeng, North West, is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and managing a large team to meet production and delivery targets. You will play a key role in optimizing processes, managing resources effectively, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the operations. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of operational management within the fast-paced FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including production, warehousing, logistics, and quality control.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
• Manage and lead a diverse team of operational staff, fostering a culture of performance and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as sales, procurement, and finance, to ensure alignment of operational goals with business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management, with a significant portion in the FMCG industry.
• Proven experience in managing large teams and complex operational processes.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, quality management systems, and supply chain logistics.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and operational management software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Opportunity to manage operations for a leading FMCG brand .
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Company vehicle provided for business use.
• Professional development and leadership training programs.