Remote Senior Operations Leader — Logistics & Growth

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Remote; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Performance bonuses

Remote-first culture

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence in a remote setting. You will enhance efficiency, optimize resources, and shape the future of our logistics operations from anywhere.

The role requires a Master's degree in a related field, 10+ years in operations with at least 5 in a senior leadership position, strong financial acumen, and proven remote-team leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a related field such as SCM, operations, or business administration.
• 10+ years in operations management with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and cost management expertise.
• Proven ability to lead remote teams and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies to support growth.
• Oversee logistics, warehousing and transportation operations.
• Lead remote operations team and drive performance.
• Implement KPIs, manage budgets and ensure costs are controlled.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes and customer satisfaction.
• Identify technology solutions to improve performance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Remote team management

Analytical problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

SCM software

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence in a remote setting. You will enhance efficiency, optimize resources, and shape the future of our logistics operations from anywhere.

The role requires a Master's degree in a related field, 10+ years in operations with at least 5 in a senior leadership position, strong financial acumen, and proven remote-team leadership.