OPERATIONS MANAGER

Recruiter:

SRG Financial Placements

Job Ref:

DUR000070/LM

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Location:

Briardene, South Africa

SUMMARY:
An established and growing business within the industrial equipment distribution sector is seeking an experienced Operations Manager with strong financial acumen and a hands-on approach to operational management. The successful candidate will take ownership of stock control, purchasing and operational processes, while identifying opportunities to improve systems, implement new technologies and support business growth.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a key role within an owner-managed business, offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to make a direct impact on operational efficiency and overall business performance.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities: Oversee stock management, purchasing, supplier negotiations, freight logistics and inventory planning Manage stock costing, pricing, price lists and quarterly stocktakes Monitor financial performance, including P&L, cash flow and foreign exchange movements Oversee administrative functions, sales and service reporting, and CRM systems Identify and implement process improvements, automation and new technologies Manage escalated customer disputes, warranty issues and regulatory submissions Support business expansion, technology implementation and operational continuity Oversee administrative controls, staff leave and the continuity of key business functions Minimum Requirements: Relevant formal qualification Approximately 5-6 years of relevant operational management experience Strong financial understanding, including P&L monitoring, cash flow and costing Experience in stock control, purchasing, supplier management and operational processes Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills A systems-oriented approach, with an interest in automation, technology and process improvement Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 14 days then please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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