Senior Operations Lead - Regional & Cost Control

Bidvest Vericon; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable outsourcing firm in Gauteng is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee cost-effective operations and manage a diverse team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in operational management or logistics, with strong skills in problem-solving and customer orientation. This role requires effective communication, risk management, and relationship-building capabilities. Offers an engaging work environment and responsibilities that impact critical operational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years proven experience in operation management, warehousing/retail and/or supply chain.
• Screen initial recruitment of operations managers, senior services managers, services managers and supervisors.
• Conduct training need analysis for all operational matters and ensure continuous training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all operations are carried out cost-effectively and within budget.
• Support Operations and Services managers on complex operational issues.
• Conduct monthly risk analysis highlighting possible risks identified in a process on respective sites.

Skills

Problem solving

Excellent planning and organising skills

High customer orientation

Financial & business management

Stock inventory management

Attention to detail

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Operations or logistics management background or related qualification

Tools

MS Office

Warehouse Management System

Knowledge of Six Sigma

Job description

A reputable outsourcing firm in Gauteng is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee cost-effective operations and manage a diverse team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in operational management or logistics, with strong skills in problem-solving and customer orientation. This role requires effective communication, risk management, and relationship-building capabilities. Offers an engaging work environment and responsibilities that impact critical operational outcomes.