Senior Operations Leader - Hybrid & High-Impact Growth

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Medical aid and provident fund

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Midrand, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Operations Manager to lead strategic planning and execution across our expanding management division. The role focuses on efficiency, resource optimization, and continuous improvement in a hybrid setting.

You will drive budgets, oversee performance, and mentor a diverse team, delivering measurable results aligned with business goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in operations management with focus on strategic planning and execution.
• Proven track record leading large-scale operational projects and teams.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience in Gauteng regional business landscape is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies and business plans aligned to long-term goals.
• Oversee daily operations ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with standards.
• Manage budgets, forecasts and financial performance for cost optimization and revenue.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing and finance to align operations.
• Identify risks and implement contingency plans for business continuity.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Champion adoption of new technologies and best practices.

Skills

Strategic planning

Operational leadership

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

WhatJobs Direct in Midrand, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Operations Manager to lead strategic planning and execution across our expanding management division. The role focuses on efficiency, resource optimization, and continuous improvement in a hybrid setting.

You will drive budgets, oversee performance, and mentor a diverse team, delivering measurable results aligned with business goals.