Remote Senior Operations Leader: Strategy & Optimization

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for a fully remote role supporting activities near Vereeniging, Gauteng. The candidate will drive strategic planning, optimize processes, and lead cross-functional teams remotely to achieve operational excellence.

Ideal is a seasoned executive with 10+ years in operations, solid financial acumen, and a proven track record in remote leadership, analytics, and continuous improvement. Strong communication with stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years progressive experience in operations management
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, process optimization, and performance management
• Experience leading diverse teams in remote or hybrid environment
• Strong financial acumen and budget management with P&L responsibility
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with operational management software and data analysis tools
• Ability to translate vision into actionable plans and work remotely

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans aligned with company objectives and market demands
• Oversee and manage daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring efficiency, quality and compliance
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team remotely
• Establish KPIs and monitor performance, implementing corrective actions as needed
• Optimize processes and workflows to boost productivity and reduce costs
• Manage operational budgets and resources to meet financial targets
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies and industry standards
• Manage relationships with stakeholders, internal teams, partners, and suppliers
• Drive initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and overall business performance

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for a fully remote role supporting activities near Vereeniging, Gauteng. The candidate will drive strategic planning, optimize processes, and lead cross-functional teams remotely to achieve operational excellence.

Ideal is a seasoned executive with 10+ years in operations, solid financial acumen, and a proven track record in remote leadership, analytics, and continuous improvement. Strong communication with stakeholders is essential.