Strategic Operations Lead – Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Company vehicle

Relocation assistance

Executive coaching

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Strategic Operations in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, to define and execute the regional operational strategy. You will lead manufacturing, supply chain, logistics and quality control, driving lean initiatives and Six Sigma across a large workforce.

The role partners with the executive team to align capabilities with growth plans, manage budgets, and mentor a diverse team, while ensuring compliance and competitive advantage in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of operations management experience in manufacturing and supply chain in SA industrial sector.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Proven leadership of large teams and ability to motivate and develop diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic operations plan for KwaZulu-Natal region.
• Oversee manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and quality control operations.
• Lead cost optimization and budget management.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/Operations Management/Business Administration

Tools

MES

ERP software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Strategic Operations in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, to define and execute the regional operational strategy. You will lead manufacturing, supply chain, logistics and quality control, driving lean initiatives and Six Sigma across a large workforce.

The role partners with the executive team to align capabilities with growth plans, manage budgets, and mentor a diverse team, while ensuring compliance and competitive advantage in a fast-paced industrial environment.