Group Chief Operating Officer - COO
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Job Description
Shape the Future of Manufacturing Lead Innovate andDrive Strategic Growth!
Are you an experienced operational leader with a proventrack record in largescale manufacturing Do you have the strategic vision totransform a group of dynamic independently operating businesses
This careerdefining opportunity calls for a visionary COOto map and direct the strategic course of a highgrowth multisubsidiarymanufacturing group. You will drive efficiency innovation and expansion acrossmultiple operations ensuring longterm success in an evolvingglobal market.
About the Group
This diversified manufacturing group operates across multiplekey sectors with a strong focus on engineering manufacturing and supplychain excellence. With wellestablished businesses strong market positioningand ambitious growth strategies the group is set for national andinternational expansion.
Reporting to the CEO and collaborating closely with the Boardof Directors Subsidiary CEOs Group CFO Group HR and other key stakeholdersyour core responsibilities will include:
- Strategic Leadership Map and direct the longterm growth strategy ensuring alignment across all subsidiaries.
- Operational Excellence Oversee manufacturing efficiency supply chain management and bestpractice standardisation.
- Market Expansion & Innovation Drive highimpact initiatives including global market expansion alternative energy solutions and procurement optimisation.
- Financial & Risk Oversight Ensure profitability cost efficiency and risk mitigation safeguarding the groups longterm sustainability.
- Transformation & Change Management Implement bestinclass industrial standards (ISO IATF 16949 and lead digital transformation in manufacturing.
- Leadership & Succession Planning Build and mentor a worldclass executive team with a structured pathway for a potential CEO transition.
Requirements
Qualifications
We are looking for a combination of both technical andcommercial qualifications ideally:
- BSc / BEng in Mechanical Electrical Industrial Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering.
- MBA Masters in Engineering BCom (Finance/Accounting) or Postgraduate Leadership Qualification.
Industry Experience
- Minimum 15 years experience in a senior leadership role within the metalworking industry specifically: Foundry Machining Fabrication or Heavy Engineering.
- A proven track record in leading largescale complex manufacturing operations.
Leadership & GroupLevel Strategy
- Proven experience overseeing multiple manufacturing subsidiaries within a group structure (with at least 500 employees across multiple locations).
- Strong ability to drive corporatelevel strategy and crossbusiness unit collaboration.
Financial & Commercial Acumen
- Demonstrated success in managing large budgets at the group level (not just sitebased budgets).
- Expertise in financial forecasting risk management and cost efficiency strategies.
- Experience in international market expansion and global supply chain strategies.
Strategic & Operational Expertise
- Strong background in capitalintensive heavy industrial operations.
- Must have led major investment projects expansions or technologydriven transformations.
- Track record of driving sustainable revenue growth not just costcutting initiatives.
Benefits
Total Cost to Company: R2 Million (Negotiable) Performancebased Bonus
Businessrelated travel expenses covered
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Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
