Senior Manager, Operations Strategy

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Mpumalanga seeks a highly strategic and analytical Senior Manager, Operations Strategy to shape and refine the company's operational roadmap. You will partner with senior leaders to translate data into actionable plans and drive transformation through strategic initiatives.

Hybrid work, a competitive package, and opportunities for advancement are offered. A MBA or Master’s degree is highly preferred, with strong presentation and stakeholder-management skills essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations strategy, strategic planning, or management consulting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent understanding of business operations across various functions.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with strategic planning frameworks and tools.
• MBA or Master’s degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate the company's operational strategy and long-term vision.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify strategic opportunities and threats.
• Analyze operational data to identify key trends, performance drivers, and areas for improvement.
• Develop business cases and implementation plans for strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategic plans.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and executive teams.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

MBA or Master’s degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly strategic and analytical Senior Manager, Operations Strategy to join their team. This role is responsible for developing and refining the company's overarching operational strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving long-term efficiency and growth. You will conduct in-depth analysis of operational performance, identify key strategic opportunities, and develop actionable plans for implementation. This position requires a proactive leader with a strong understanding of business operations and a passion for driving transformation through strategic initiatives. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership across various departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate the company's operational strategy and long-term vision.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify strategic opportunities and threats.
• Analyze operational data to identify key trends, performance drivers, and areas for improvement.
• Develop business cases and implementation plans for strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategic plans.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and executive teams.

Requirements

• Proven experience in operations strategy , strategic planning, or management consulting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent understanding of business operations across various functions.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with strategic planning frameworks and tools.
• MBA or Master's degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant bonus potential tied to strategic execution and company performance.
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization.
• A stimulating and collaborative work environment that values innovation.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.