Strategic Remote Operations Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Remote work incentives

Generous vacation policy

Home office setup allowance

Remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a highly organized Remote Business Operations Manager to drive operational excellence across the digital landscape, optimizing internal processes and leading cross-functional projects from a distance. You will implement new systems, develop performance dashboards, and support growth initiatives in a remote‑first environment.

A proven ability to manage complex programs virtually and collaborate with department heads is essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in business operations management, ideally with remote teams.
• Proven track record in project management and process improvement.
• Proficiency in CRM and ERP systems, as well as project management tools.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize business operations for efficiency and scalability.
• Lead cross-functional projects from conception to completion with stakeholder alignment.
• Develop operational dashboards and reporting for remote performance tracking.
• Implement refined operational processes and workflows for a distributed workforce.
• Collaborate with department heads to resolve operational challenges in a remote-first environment.

Skills

Project management

Process optimization

CRM proficiency

ERP proficiency

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a highly organized Remote Business Operations Manager to drive operational excellence across the digital landscape, optimizing internal processes and leading cross-functional projects from a distance. You will implement new systems, develop performance dashboards, and support growth initiatives in a remote‑first environment.

A proven ability to manage complex programs virtually and collaborate with department heads is essential.