# Head of Operations (Industrial Engineer)

> Nile Fresh (Pty) Ltd · Centurion, South Africa · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-21

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Team Growth

## Description

### About Nile.ag

Nile’s mission is to enhance the livelihoods of both farmers and consumers throughout Africa. By providing a digital ecosystem that streamlines trading and transactions, we help farmers improve their economic viability while ensuring food remains affordable for consumers. Our all-in-one application allows farmers to sell produce, access funds, and manage input procurement and financing.

We are a high-growth company backed by institutional investors, including Naspers and the Dutch Development Bank (FMO). Our founding team brings together experience from world-class organizations such as Amazon, J.P. Morgan, and Luno. Learn more about us at [www.nile.ag/about](http://www.nile.ag/about)

### Our Team & Culture

We are committed to building a high-performing team that is passionate about fundamentally transforming Africa’s food systems. Nile’s work environment is fast-paced, modern, and fun, reflecting the nature of our high-growth business. We operate daily based on our core values, which form the foundation of all our decisions.

### The role

At Nile, we view roles as opportunities for personal development; as our business evolves, so will your role. We are currently seeking a Head of Operations to report directly to our Managing Director and serve as a member of our Exco. Given the rapid evolution of our business, this position has the potential to grow into a COO role over time.

The successful applicant will take ownership of the following:

-   Process and System Design: Designing and implementing operational processes and systems to support the growth of new business ventures.
-   Innovation: Leveraging technology and AI applications to optimize operational workflows.
-   Oversight: Overseeing daily activities across the core business to ensure efficiency and scalability.
-   Team Leadership: Managing cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.
-   Performance Management: Developing and monitoring key operational metrics to drive continuous improvement.

## Requirements

-   Education: Degree in Industrial Engineering from a top-tier university.
-   Experience: 3–10 years of experience in a relevant function, including project management, process and system scoping/implementation, and resource management.
-   Leadership: Experience in people management (direct or indirect) is preferred.
-   Operational Exposure: Familiarity with high-volume operational environments, such as warehousing, retail, wholesale, or agrifood.
-   Adaptability: An open-minded approach to embracing new ways of working, including the application of AI to drive efficiency.

## Benefits

-   Nile offers competitive remuneration, with opportunities to advance your career within a fast-growing company.
-   We offer a vibrant work environment where you get to collaborate with highly motivative team members.

## Apply

[Apply at Nile Fresh (Pty) Ltd](https://apply.workable.com/nile-fresh-pty-ltd/j/554990AA1F/apply)

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