South Africa Market Expansion & Operations Lead

Black Pen Recruitment; Vrystaat; Hybrid; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced Expansion & Operation Manager in South Africa. You will lead the market entry and operations, with responsibilities spanning from strategy development to team leadership. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, extensive operational experience, and a profound understanding of the South African market. This is a full-time position with a remote start, transitioning to an office-based role in Cape Town.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a senior role focusing on operations management.
• Deep understanding of the South African business environment.
• Proven experience navigating South African regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to develop a go-to-market strategy.
• Oversee the entire launch process in South Africa.
• Assume ownership of day-to-day operations once established.

Skills

Operations management

Business expansion

Leadership

Market analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management

MBA or relevant postgraduate degree

Job description

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced Expansion & Operation Manager in South Africa. You will lead the market entry and operations, with responsibilities spanning from strategy development to team leadership. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, extensive operational experience, and a profound understanding of the South African market. This is a full-time position with a remote start, transitioning to an office-based role in Cape Town.