Operations Strategy Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Health, dental and vision insurance

Professional growth and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Strategy Manager to shape and drive strategic initiatives that improve efficiency and profitability. You will partner with leadership to pinpoint opportunities, analyze complex data, and design scalable processes across a hybrid work model.

The role emphasizes developing business cases, presenting to senior leaders, and collaborating across departments to ensure seamless execution and measurable impact on growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management, strategy, or business analysis.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing operational strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine operational strategies to support company growth and objectives.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of current operations to identify areas for optimization and efficiency gains.
• Design and implement new operational processes and systems.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategic initiatives.
• Develop business cases and performance metrics for proposed operational changes.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a sharp and analytical Operations Strategy Manager to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on developing and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness across the organization. You will work closely with leadership to identify opportunities for improvement, analyze complex data, and design solutions that drive business growth and profitability. The position involves a hybrid work model, offering a balance of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine operational strategies to support company growth and objectives.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of current operations to identify areas for optimization and efficiency gains.
• Design and implement new operational processes and systems.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategic initiatives.
• Develop business cases and performance metrics for proposed operational changes.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management, strategy, or business analysis.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing operational strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.