Remote Global Operations Director - Strategy & Scale

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 2,938,000 - 3,918,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Equity options

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Operations Director to lead the operational strategy for a growing global business. This senior role oversees all operational functions in a fully remote environment, driving efficiency, resilience, and innovation from any location.

You will manage budgets, align teams across geographies, and define KPIs to measure performance, delivering high-impact improvements and scalable processes for sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years in operations leadership, remote or distributed teams.
• Proven track record with strategic operational plans in global settings.
• Strong budgeting, data analytics, and tech adoption experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an operational strategy aligned with long-term vision.
• Lead dispersed operations teams with collaboration and accountability.
• Oversee performance of all operational departments for efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive innovation in processes and technology to scale operations.
• Manage budgets, financial planning and resource allocation.
• Establish KPIs to monitor success and guide decisions.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Change management

Budgeting

Data analytics

Remote leadership

Operational strategy

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Budgeting software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Operations Director to lead the operational strategy for a growing global business. This senior role oversees all operational functions in a fully remote environment, driving efficiency, resilience, and innovation from any location.

You will manage budgets, align teams across geographies, and define KPIs to measure performance, delivering high-impact improvements and scalable processes for sustainable growth.