Operations Manager-
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Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Chief of Staff
Work Hours: 9 am to 5 pm U.S. time zone
Location: Remote Latin America or South Africa
About the Client
Independent management consultant operating multiple concurrent business and research-based initiatives. The environment is fast-moving and entrepreneurial requiring a strategic partner who can manage multiple workstreams with autonomy and precision.
Role Overview
The Operations Manager will serve as a strategic and operational partner to the client supporting both consulting engagements and side ventures.
This role demands a proactive problem-solver with strong analytical organizational and communication skills someone who can anticipate needs manage diverse projects and enhance overall operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day operations for the consulting business including scheduling communication and task coordination.
Manage and track deliverables across multiple side projects and initiatives.
Conduct online research and data gathering to support decision-making and strategic planning.
Clean organize and analyze data using Excel and other relevant tools.
Identify and implement new productivity tools or systems to improve workflow efficiency.
Support reporting and documentation needs as required.
Hard Skills Required
Advanced Excel and data organization capabilities.
Strong research analysis and information synthesis skills.
Familiarity with workflow and productivity tools (e.g. Notion ClickUp Airtable or similar).
Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
Soft Skills Required
Entrepreneurial mindset thrives in a fast-paced ambiguous environment.
Independent and resourceful able to manage multiple priorities without close supervision.
Strong critical thinking and structured problem-solving.
Highly organized detail-oriented and dependable.
Preferred Profile
Based in Latin America or South Africa for cultural fit time zone overlap and communication style.
Demonstrated ability to work with executive-level stakeholders or founders in dynamic multi-project settings.
Client Expectations & Working Style
The client is decisive organized and expects autonomy efficiency and reliability.
The ideal candidate will anticipate needs take initiative and deliver results without micromanagement acting as a true right-hand partner capable of switching between tactical execution and strategic thinking.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Six Sigma
- Lean
- Management Experience
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Outlook
- Analysis Skills
- Warehouse Management System
- Operations Management
- Kaizen
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Retail Management
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