Remote Senior Operations Leader - Scale & Optimize Ops

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Remote-friendly culture

Stock options potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead strategic operational initiatives in a remote-first setup. You will direct cross-functional teams, optimize processes, and drive efficiency while maintaining high service standards across the organization.

The role requires 8+ years in operations leadership, strong analytical skills, and experience with Lean/Six Sigma. A global, distributed work environment offers flexibility and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in operations management with leadership roles.
• Experience in fully remote or hybrid environments.
• Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies for efficiency.
• Oversee daily operations, budgets, and KPIs.
• Lead a geographically dispersed team and mentor staff.
• Collaborate with IT, HR, and Finance to align plans.
• Drive continuous improvement and vendor management.

Skills

Leadership

Remote leadership

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Project management software

Operational analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead strategic operational initiatives in a remote-first setup. You will direct cross-functional teams, optimize processes, and drive efficiency while maintaining high service standards across the organization.

The role requires 8+ years in operations leadership, strong analytical skills, and experience with Lean/Six Sigma. A global, distributed work environment offers flexibility and ongoing professional development.