Remote Global Operations Leader | Strategy & Growth

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 3,000,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Director of Global Operations to lead a dispersed, fully remote team. You will define and execute global operational strategy, align international functions, and drive efficiency and innovation.

The role requires 12+ years in global ops, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, plus expertise in supply chain, logistics, and ERP/analytics tools. Proximity to Stellenbosch is beneficial for occasional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 12+ years in global operations with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-national operations and distributed teams.
• Deep expertise in international supply chain, logistics, and global trade.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the global operational strategy to align with corporate objectives.
• Oversee international operations including supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, and customer support.
• Lead and mentor a diverse global team in a remote work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement to cut costs and improve quality across global operations.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for global operations.
• Manage global budgets and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with international regulations and safety standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks in global operations.
• Foster relationships with partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Champion adoption of new technologies within global operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-cultural leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

ERP systems

Operational analytics

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Director of Global Operations to lead a dispersed, fully remote team. You will define and execute global operational strategy, align international functions, and drive efficiency and innovation.

The role requires 12+ years in global ops, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, plus expertise in supply chain, logistics, and ERP/analytics tools. Proximity to Stellenbosch is beneficial for occasional collaboration.