Remote Industrial Operations Leader — Lean, Data-Driven

Placements24

East London

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Company car/travel allowance

Bonus

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Industrial Operations Manager to lead globally distributed teams remotely. You will set strategic operational goals, optimize resources, and drive efficiency across manufacturing and support functions.

The role emphasizes lean principles, data analytics, and ERP familiarity; you will mentor remote teams, ensure safety and quality, manage budgets, and report KPIs while delivering continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management or related field.
MBA or master's degree is a plus.
7+ years of progressive experience in industrial operations with remote team management.
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and related methodologies.
Excellent leadership and communication for virtual teams.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business objectives.
Oversee day-to-day operations of multiple facilities and teams across locations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives including lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.
Manage operational budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability.
Develop and monitor KPIs for efficiency, quality and safety.
Lead and mentor remote operations teams, fostering high performance.
Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
Oversee supply chain, logistics and inventory management to optimize flow.
Implement and manage operational technology solutions to boost productivity.