Senior Operations Manager

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Hybrid work arrangement

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead operational initiatives in its East London-based operations. You will drive strategic planning, resource management, and team leadership to ensure efficient execution of business processes.

The role focuses on optimizing workflows, implementing best practices, and building a culture of continuous improvement to meet organizational goals. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in managing complex operations and delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Operations Management
• 7+ years of progressive experience in operations management with leadership roles
• Strong understanding of operations, supply chain, and logistics
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in operations management software and analytical tools
• Experience in a hybrid operational model is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all operational functions, ensuring high standards of efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to support business growth and profitability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the operations team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Manage operational budgets, resources, and assets effectively.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align operations with overall company strategy and objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Analytical tools

Operations software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Operations software

Analytical tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly skilled Senior Operations Manager to lead operational initiatives and drive efficiency within their East London -based operations. This critical role involves strategic planning, resource management, and team leadership to ensure the smooth execution of business processes. You will be responsible for optimizing workflows, implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to meet and exceed organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex operations and a proven ability to deliver impactful results in a key Eastern Cape industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all operational functions, ensuring high standards of efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to support business growth and profitability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the operations team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Manage operational budgets, resources, and assets effectively.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align operations with overall company strategy and objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a relevant field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in operations management, with demonstrated success in leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of operational principles, supply chain, and logistics.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in operations management software and analytical tools.
• Experience working within a hybrid operational model is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive medical insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the company.