Remote COO: Scale Global Operations & Growth

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Equity options

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development budgets

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to drive strategic operations for a fast-scaling startup. The role is fully remote with impact across the organization and support for Port Elizabeth operations in Eastern Cape.

You will lead technology, customer support, supply chain, HR, and legal compliance to optimize efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in operations, including 7+ years in a C-level role in a high-growth tech company, with strong P&L,

Qualifications

• 15+ years in operations management with at least 7 years in a C-level role in a high-growth tech company.
• Proven track record of scaling operations in startup or high-growth environments.
• Deep understanding of P&L management, financial planning, and budgeting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and remote-team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational aspects including technology infra, customer support, supply chain, HR, and legal compliance.
• Develop and execute comprehensive operational strategy aligned with long-term goals.
• Drive efficiency and scalability through best practices and new technologies.
• Manage and mentor a global team of operational leaders.
• Establish KPIs across all departments and monitor performance.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation to meet financial objectives.
• Lead strategic initiatives including market expansion and partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Champion remote-first culture and distributed collaboration.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering

MBA

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Budgeting

Remote team leadership

SaaS/e-commerce operations

High-growth startup experience

Tools

Executive leadership tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to drive strategic operations for a fast-scaling startup. The role is fully remote with impact across the organization and support for Port Elizabeth operations in Eastern Cape.

You will lead technology, customer support, supply chain, HR, and legal compliance to optimize efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in operations, including 7+ years in a C-level role in a high-growth tech company, with strong P&L,