Senior Business Operations Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Fully remote work with flexible hours

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous annual leave

Personal development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Senior Business Operations Manager to drive strategic initiatives and improve operational efficiency for our Pretoria-based client. The role focuses on analyzing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing solutions to boost productivity and profitability, with full remote work and flexible hours.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years in business operations or strategic consulting, strong analytical and communication skills, and proven

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in business operations, process improvement, or strategic consulting.
• Experience in project management from planning to monitoring.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data interpretation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis of current business operations to identify improvements.
• Design and manage new operational processes to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute strategic projects.
• Develop and track KPIs to measure operational impact.
• Mentor junior staff and foster continuous learning.

Skills

Process improvement

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Related field

Tools

Data analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Business Operations Manager to drive strategic initiatives and operational improvements for their operations based in Pretoria . This role involves analyzing business processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing solutions to enhance productivity and profitability. You will work closely with various departments, including finance, sales, and technology, to ensure seamless integration and operational alignment. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a passion for process optimization and a proven ability to lead change in a dynamic business environment, working remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis of current business operations to identify areas for improvement and develop actionable strategies.
• Design, implement, and manage new operational processes and systems to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of strategic projects and initiatives.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational effectiveness and business impact.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular updates on operational performance and project progress.
• Mentor and guide junior operations staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in business operations, process improvement, or strategic consulting.
• Proven experience in project management, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in business process modeling tools and data analysis software.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance‑related incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous annual leave and personal development budget.
• Opportunity to shape operational strategy in a forward‑thinking organization based in Gauteng .