Senior Operations Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Executive salary & bonus

Health benefits

Retirement planning

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead our Centurion operations. You will guide long-term operational plans, optimize resources, and drive performance across departments, collaborating with senior management to shape the company’s future.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in operations leadership, strong supply chain and financial planning knowledge, and a track record of mentoring teams while delivering cost efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in operations management with a proven track record in strategic leadership.
• Deep understanding of supply chain management, logistics, and financial planning.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience managing large teams and complex projects.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in operational analytics software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of long-term operational strategies and plans.
• Oversee the performance of various operational departments, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships, both internal and external.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to operational teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Decision making

Team management

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Tools

Operational analytics software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead their operations in Centurion . This leadership role involves overseeing multiple operational functions, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring the seamless execution of business objectives. You will work closely with senior management to shape the company's operational future, optimize resource utilization, and enhance overall business performance. This is a key position for an individual passionate about operational excellence and strategic leadership in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of long-term operational strategies and plans.
• Oversee the performance of various operational departments, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships, both internal and external.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to operational teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for growth.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in operations management, with a proven track record in strategic leadership.
• Deep understanding of supply chain management, logistics, and financial planning.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience managing large teams and complex projects.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in operational analytics software.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and bonus structure.
• Executive-level health benefits and retirement planning.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Remote work flexibility to support work-life balance.
• A forward-thinking company culture focused on innovation and employee success.