Head of Operations COO
Cape Town - South Africa
Job Summary
THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Head of Operations to join a global customer-centric organisation that is redefining logistics and supply chain operations. Youll play a pivotal part in building scaling and optimising a best-in-class last-mile delivery network.
This is not a business-as-usual operations role. Youll have the opportunity to shape operational strategy build high-performing teams and drive operational excellence across a rapidly growing network. Working within a fast-paced data-driven environment youll collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver exceptional customer experiences while continuously improving operational performance.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the launch development and scaling of last-mile delivery operations.
- Take ownership of end-to-end operational performance including on-time delivery customer experience and operational efficiency.
- Build lead and develop high-performing operational teams including frontline managers and site leaders.
- Drive a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement across the operation.
- Analyse operational and network performance data to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.
- Optimise operational costs while improving service delivery and network performance.
- Partner with Finance Transportation Planning and other business functions to deliver strategic initiatives.
- Manage workforce planning operational capacity and resource allocation.
- Support network expansion and new operational launches.
- Lead operational reviews and contribute to strategic planning through data-driven insights and performance reporting.
OUR REQUIRED EXPERTISE
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Logistics Operations Management Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years experience in logistics supply chain or operations leadership.
- Proven experience building scaling or transforming operational functions.
- Strong leadership experience managing multi-layer operational teams.
- Demonstrated success improving operational performance metrics and driving continuous improvement.
- Experience within fulfilment distribution transportation or last-mile delivery environments would be highly advantageous.
- Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or other operational excellence methodologies is beneficial.
- Strong people leadership and coaching capabilities.
- Data-driven decision-making and analytical thinking.
- Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
- High levels of ownership and accountability.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to perform effectively within fast-paced high-growth environments.
- Passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.
YOUR REWARD
- Competitive salary package depending on experience.
- Opportunity to play a key role in building and scaling a national last-mile delivery network.
- Exposure to a fast-paced innovative and customer-focused environment.
- Career growth within a globally recognised organisation committed to operational excellence.
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