Senior Operations Manager
Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | July 1, 2025 |
Category | Management Operations |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | TZS |
Description
About the job
We are a trusted recruitment partner, committed to connecting exceptional professionals with industry-leading organizations. On behalf of a prominent international holding company with operations across multiple industries, we are seeking a results-driven Senior Operations Manager to oversee and optimize operations across its business portfolio. This is a full-time role open to candidates based in the EMEA region, offering remote or hybrid flexibility, depending on location.
About the Role
As the Senior Operations Manager, you will lead and refine the operational infrastructure across multiple business units, ensuring efficiency, alignment, and scalability. Collaborating directly with the C-suite, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming operational strategies into measurable business value, supporting expansion and innovation across regional and global markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage day-to-day operations across diverse subsidiaries and departments.
- Design and implement operational strategies that align with long-term business goals.
- Drive performance by monitoring KPIs, analyzing data, and ensuring accountability.
- Identify process gaps and lead initiatives to improve workflow, productivity, and resource utilization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional leadership teams to foster operational consistency and excellence.
- Mitigate operational risks through proactive planning and compliance oversight.
- Contribute to financial planning, including budgeting, cost management, and forecasting.
- Lead and mentor multi-disciplinary teams, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration across business units and regions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field (MBA preferred).
- 8+ years of progressive experience in operations management, ideally within a diversified business group or multinational organization.
- Strong analytical mindset with hands-on experience in performance management and process optimization.
- Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams in multi-market environments.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Proficient in operational analytics, ERP systems, and digital collaboration tools.
- Fluency in English is required; additional languages, especially Arabic or French, are a plus.
What’s Offered
- Full-time opportunity with flexibility for remote or hybrid setup within the EMEA region.
- Competitive compensation and executive-level benefits.
- High-impact role in a globally oriented and forward-thinking organization.
- Exposure to multi-industry operations and cross-border projects.
- Long-term career growth in a leadership track with strategic visibility.