South Africa Market Expansion & Operations Lead

Black Pen Recruitment; Mpumalanga; Remote; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic business advisory firm is searching for an Expansion & Operation Manager in South Africa. This pivotal role involves spearheading market entry and overseeing operations from the ground up. Responsibilities include developing a market strategy, regulatory compliance, and team leadership. The ideal candidate has at least 8-10 years in operations management, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong local market expertise. The position offers a competitive salary and a mix of remote and office work during setup.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a senior role related to operations or business expansion.
• Proven ability to launch or scale a new business unit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research to develop a go-to-market strategy for South Africa.
• Build and nurture local strategic partnerships to support operational needs.
• Oversee the launch process and manage initial setup in Cape Town.
• Assume ownership of day-to-day operations post-establishment.

Skills

Operations management

General management

Business expansion

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Commerce, Economics

MBA or relevant postgraduate degree

Job description

A strategic business advisory firm is searching for an Expansion & Operation Manager in South Africa. This pivotal role involves spearheading market entry and overseeing operations from the ground up. Responsibilities include developing a market strategy, regulatory compliance, and team leadership. The ideal candidate has at least 8-10 years in operations management, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong local market expertise. The position offers a competitive salary and a mix of remote and office work during setup.