Business Operations Strategist

1 month ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa HR-Simplified (Pty) Ltd Full time

About the Company

At HR-Simplified (Pty) Ltd, our commitment to empowering growing businesses stems from our heritage. Founded by visionary entrepreneurs in 2010, our boutique firm brings over seven decades of combined expertise in business development, capital raising, and government funding access to the table.

As specialists in our field, we offer tailored advice and seamless facilitation for the capital raising process, leveraging our extensive network of 41 reputable sources of funding based in South Africa. We understand the importance of securing the right funding for your business, which is why we are dedicated to helping you access a range of options, including government grants and incentives, developmental loans, commercial loans, alternative loans, and private equity investors.

About the Role

The Business Operations Strategist is a critical leadership position responsible for ensuring the smooth execution of the company's business operations and strategic initiatives. This role is designed to harmonise various departments—such as sales, marketing, operations, finance, and administration—ensuring the company achieves its business objectives.

This is a flexible position that demands strong strategic leadership and operational oversight. The ideal candidate will work closely with the CEO to translate high-level strategies into actionable steps and lead the team in operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the CEO to turn high-level strategies into functional operational plans
  • Ensure all departments work cohesively toward the company's overarching goals, from client acquisition to successful project delivery
  • Oversee business processes, ensuring they are aligned with both strategic objectives and regulatory requirements
  • Lead, manage, and hold the leadership team accountable for achieving business commitments
  • Foster cross-departmental collaboration (sales, marketing, operations, finance, etc.) to ensure seamless communication and alignment with business goals

Operational Excellence

  • Develop and refine workflows to enhance operational efficiency and streamline project lifecycles
  • Oversee the company's CRM, ERP, and operational systems for enhanced scalability and productivity
  • Monitor key business performance metrics and make necessary adjustments to ensure success

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
  • 7+ years of experience in operations management, with a proven track record of leadership in a complex, professional services environment
  • Familiarity with CRM, ERP systems, and operational platforms
  • Strong leadership and team-building abilities
  • Proficiency in project management, resource allocation, and business performance analysis

Salary: R1,200,000 - R1,500,000 per annum (dependent on experience)



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