Senior Operations Manager

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 1,997,000 - 2,995,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Retirement fund

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Senior Operations Manager to lead critical operational functions in a fully remote role. You will set direction, drive efficiency, and oversee complex initiatives that impact the bottom line.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in operations or a related field, 7+ years of experience, proven remote team leadership, and strong skills in process improvement, cost reduction, and P&L management.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in operations management with focus on strategic planning and execution.
• Proven experience leading and managing remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic operational plans to support business growth and profitability.
• Oversee and improve key operational processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance.
• Lead and mentor remote teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Manage operational budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Analyze operational performance data and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.

Education

Master's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and results-oriented Senior Operations Manager to lead critical operational functions within their organization. This is a fully remote position requiring a leader capable of driving efficiency, innovation, and high performance across diverse operational areas. You will be responsible for setting operational direction, improving processes, and managing complex projects that impact the company's bottom line. This role is ideal for an experienced manager who thrives in a remote setting and is passionate about optimizing business operations on a large scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic operational plans to support business growth and profitability.
• Oversee and improve key operational processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance.
• Lead and mentor remote teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Manage operational budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Analyze operational performance data and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in operations management , with a strong emphasis on strategic planning and execution.
• Proven experience leading and managing successful remote teams .
• Demonstrated ability in process improvement, cost reduction, and P&L management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus opportunities.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Significant budget for professional development and training.
• Contribution to retirement fund and generous paid leave.