Regional Operations Director

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation package

Comprehensive international health and

Home office setup allowance

Executive leadership development

Flexible remote work schedule

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a seasoned Regional Operations Director to lead and optimize operations across multiple sites with a remote management model.

You will set the strategic direction for regional operations, mentor a distributed leadership team, oversee financial performance, and champion best practices across all functions. This is a senior role spanning a broad geographic area.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 10–12 years of progressive leadership experience in multi-site operations.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans across large geographies.
• Strong financial acumen with P&L management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional operational strategies aligned with company goals.
• Provide leadership to operations managers across remote regions.
• Oversee regional budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Implement operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies.
• Identify innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and competitive advantage.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Remote management

Financial acumen

P&L management

Negotiation

Influencing

Multi-site operations

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned and strategic Regional Operations Director to lead and optimize operations across multiple sites, fully embracing a remote management model. This senior leadership role is responsible for setting the strategic direction for regional operations, ensuring alignment with company-wide goals, and driving performance improvements. You will build and mentor a distributed leadership team, oversee financial performance, and champion best practices across all operational functions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact from a remote setting, driving efficiency and growth across a broad geographical area.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional operational strategies that align with overall company objectives.


• Provide leadership and direction to operations managers and teams across the designated region, fostering a cohesive remote workforce.


• Oversee the financial performance of the region, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.


• Implement and maintain operational excellence standards, driving continuous improvement initiatives.


• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and company policy requirements.


• Identify and implement innovative operational solutions to enhance efficiency and competitive advantage.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field.


• 10-12 years of progressive leadership experience in operations management, with extensive experience managing multi-site operations remotely.


• Proven track record of strategic planning and execution in complex operational environments.


• Strong financial acumen and P&L management experience.


• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills.


• Experience with global supply chains, logistics, and performance management systems.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including base salary and performance bonuses.


• Comprehensive international health and wellness benefits.


• Generous allowance for home office setup and ongoing remote work expenses.


• Significant opportunities for professional growth and executive leadership development.


• Flexible work schedule and the autonomy to manage your region remotely.