Senior Operations Manager

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Fully remote

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Leadership training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Operations Manager to lead operational strategy and execution for our client's divisions in a fully remote capacity, with strategic ties to Durban. You will guide performance, drive innovation, and manage critical functions remotely to enable scalable growth.

The role demands a Master's degree, 10+ years in operations, and a track record of strategic planning and cross‑functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing distributed teams.
• Proven track record in strategic planning and execution of large-scale operational initiatives.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience is desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in advanced analytics and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term operational strategies to support company growth and market leadership.
• Lead and manage multiple operational teams across different geographic locations in a remote setting.
• Drive the implementation of new technologies and process improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning among remote teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytics

ERP systems

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively searching for a seasoned Senior Operations Manager to spearhead operational strategy and execution for their divisions, operating in a fully remote capacity. This high-impact role requires a visionary leader to enhance efficiency, drive innovation, and manage critical operational functions remotely. Based remotely but with ties to Durban 's strategic initiatives, you will be instrumental in guiding the company's operational trajectory, ensuring robust performance and scalable growth through effective remote management and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term operational strategies to support company growth and market leadership.
• Lead and manage multiple operational teams across different geographic locations in a remote setting .
• Drive the implementation of new technologies and process improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning among remote teams.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing distributed teams .
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning and execution of large-scale operational initiatives.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is highly desirable.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in advanced analytics and ERP systems .

Benefits

• An executive-level compensation package including base salary and significant performance bonuses.
• Fully remote position with the ability to work from anywhere.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Substantial retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Extensive professional development opportunities and leadership training programs.