OPERATIONS MANAGER (JOHANNESBURG)

MPRTC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

An established company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager in Johannesburg, South Africa, to oversee and optimize end-to-end operations, including importation, production, warehousing, logistics, and distribution. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience in large-scale operations, particularly in the electrical industry, with a strong focus on legal compliance and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Matric essential; relevant tertiary qualification in Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• Valid South African driver’s license and own transport.
• 5–10 years’ proven experience managing large-scale operations, ideally in the lighting or electrical industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize end-to-end operations including importation, production, warehousing, logistics, and distribution.
• Ensure efficient processes and legal compliance.
• Lead effective team leadership and alignment with strategic business goals.

Skills

Operations Management

Supply Chain Management

Team Leadership

Legal Compliance

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems (SYSPRO)

Job description

SUMMARY :

An established company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee and optimize end-to-end operations, including importation, production, warehousing, logistics, and distribution. The role is responsible for ensuring efficient processes, legal compliance, effective team leadership, and alignment with strategic business goals. This position reports directly to the Managing Director.

POSITION INFO :

Minimum Requirements :

• Matric essential; relevant tertiary qualification in Operations Management, or related field preferred
• Valid South African driver’s license and own transport
• 5–10 years’ proven experience managing large-scale operations, ideally in the lighting or electrical industry
• Strong background in electrical products and supply chain management
• Solid understanding of legal and regulatory compliance requirements
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (SYSPRO highly advantageous)