Senior Program Manager, Operational Excellence (Hybrid)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement fund contribution

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid role with in-office meetings in

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Program Manager in Rustenburg, North West, offering a hybrid work setup. You will drive operational excellence initiatives across divisions, optimize processes, and lead strategic programs to achieve measurable gains.

Requirements include 9+ years in program management, Lean Six Sigma or PMP credentials are desirable, and experience in mining/industrial sectors is an asset. The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and collaboration with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years in program or project management with a focus on operational excellence.
• Proven experience leading complex programs with significant organizational impact.
• Ability to analyze processes, identify inefficiencies and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of strategic operational excellence programs aligned with business objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and efficiency gains.
• Define program objectives, scope, timelines and resources for successful delivery.
• Implement performance metrics and reporting to track progress and impact.
• Facilitate change management with stakeholder buy-in for new models.
• Identify and mitigate risks and dependencies for smooth execution.
• Mentor and develop program teams to foster high performance and learning.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to champion operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Operations

Master's degree or certifications (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP)

Tools

PM tools & techniques

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Program Manager in Rustenburg, North West, offering a hybrid work setup. You will drive operational excellence initiatives across divisions, optimize processes, and lead strategic programs to achieve measurable gains.

Requirements include 9+ years in program management, Lean Six Sigma or PMP credentials are desirable, and experience in mining/industrial sectors is an asset. The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and collaboration with senior leadership.