Senior Operations Manager

Takora Pty Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Takora Pty Ltd in Pretoria seeks an experienced Senior Operations Leader to drive performance across the organisation. You will oversee strategy and day-to-day operations, lead high-performing teams, and implement efficient processes.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or higher diploma in related field, Six Sigma Belt, 8+ years in operations with 5+ in leadership, strong budgeting, OHS knowledge, and a proven track record in continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Operations Management, Business Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification or willingness to obtain within 12 months of appointment.
• 8+ years of experience in operations management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and identifying operational efficiencies.
• Sound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation and best practices.
• Both strategic and hands-on, with the ability to develop long-term operational plans while effectively managing day-to-day operations.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to build, develop, motivate, and hold high-performing teams accountable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in data analysis, route planning, process optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Decisive, resilient, and collaborative, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and work across multiple departments.

Skills

Operations management

Budget management

Cost control

Leadership

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Route planning

Process optimisation

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Strategic planning

OHS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Operations Management/Business Management/Industrial Engineering/Supply Chain Management/Logistics

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

Job description

Applicants must have the following requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Operations Management, Business Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification or be willing to obtain the certification within 12 months of appointment.
• 8+ years of experience in operations management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and identifying operational efficiencies.
• Sound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation and best practices.
• Both strategic and hands‑on, with the ability to develop long‑term operational plans while effectively managing day‑to‑day operations.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to build, develop, motivate, and hold high‑performing teams accountable.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience in data analysis, route planning, process optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Decisive, resilient, and collaborative, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment and work across multiple departments.