eThekwini: Operations Manager posted by Empire Recruitment

What Youll Do: Lead daily operations across multiple sites, ensuring consistent service delivery and stock availability. Maintain strong quality assurance standards and compliance with infection prevention protocols. Manage logistics between factory sites to ensure on-time, accurate distribution. Supervise, train, and develop site supervisors and operational teams across all regions. Foster trusted relationships with stakeholders and ensure SLA commitments are met. Report on key operational metrics from stock levels to service quality and compliance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes, systems, and people. What Youll Need: Bachelors Degree or National Diploma in Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Hospitality, or Health Sciences. 5 years experience in multi-site operational management (FMCG, hospitality, manufacturing, or healthcare environments). Proven track record of leading teams, managing KPIs, and maintaining operational discipline. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. Knowledge of infection control or healthcare operations (advantageous but not essential). Valid drivers licence and willingness to travel across KZN sites. Why This Role Matters: This position sits at the intersection of quality, efficiency, and care ensuring hospitals can focus on what matters most: their patients. If youre a natural leader with operational insight and a passion for excellence, this opportunity is for you. OperationsJobs HealthcareManagement KZNJobs EmpireRecruitmentSA BuildingYourFuture