Head of Operations
Pro Talent · Cape Town, Western Cape
Posted 30 October 2026
Stop applying one at a time.
JobAlertsZA auto-applies to South African jobs like this one for you, overnight. Upload your CV once — we do the applying.
Start free — we apply for you →Job Description
- We are looking for Head of Operations for a Ship Suppliers & Exporters company based in Paarden Eiland, Cape Town.
Key Performance Areas
- Providing overall leadership for the operation setting operational priorities, providing leadership and direction, and driving operational performance.
- Accountable for the management and performance of the sales, warehouse, and finance departments to support profitability targets.
- Work closely with the Senior Management team to achieve objectives including, financial; productivity; margin improvement and customer satisfaction targets.
- Drive continuous improvement through employee involvement, improved methods, and adoption of best practices.
- Ensure compliance with local and international laws.
- Implement Group policies and directives and ensure adherence.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric
- A suitable tertiary qualification i.e., B. Com/ Business Management
- Self -starter with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role with extensive management experience
- Shipping/port experience preferable.
- Sound accounting knowledge and experience with the ability to do financial reviews.
- Responsible and hands-on leader with an eagerness to be fully involved in the daily operations.
- Analytical and strategic mindset with excellent business acumen
- Excellent critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work in a pressurised and deadline driven operating environment.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent planning, organizational Skills, and decision making.
- Excellent verbal and written communication & good Interpersonal skills
- Must be based in Cape Town.