Philile Cele
@phililecele
Operations manager driving efficiency, financial oversight, and cross-functional collaboration.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am an operations manager with five years' experience in operations and business administration within the IT sector, known for strategic planning, process improvement, and delivering data-driven insights. I partner with executive leadership to align operations with company goals, lead cross-functional teams, and manage financial and HR processes to improve efficiency and compliance.
My background includes managing budgeting, invoicing, payroll, and project timelines while implementing operational workflows that support growth and scalability. I am adaptable, analytical, and committed to fostering collaboration across departments to ensure directives are executed and performance objectives are met.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Operations Manager
Ekhonnector Systems
Oct 2023 - Present (2 years)
Partner with the COO to align operations with strategic goals, lead cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, and deliver data-driven performance reports to support executive decision-making.
Business Administrator
Ekhonnector Systems
Feb 2020 - Sep 2023 (3 years 7 months)
Coordinated project timelines, managed budgeting, invoicing and payroll, and supported the COO with research, reporting, and policy implementation to improve operational workflows.
Sales Agent
Ignition Group
Jan 2012 - Jul 2012 (6 months)
Provided customer service and client retention efforts while managing leads and tracking data using Salesforce CRM to resolve inquiries and maintain satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UAUniversity of South Africa
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration, Business Administration
2024 -
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration currently in progress at the University of South Africa focused on advanced business and management principles.
Tshwane University of Technology
Advanced Diploma in Business Administration, Business Administration
2021 - 2022
Completed an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration covering management, finance, and operational practices.
TTTshwane University of Technology
National Diploma in Management, Management
2018 - 2021
Earned a National Diploma in Management with studies in management principles, leadership, and administrative processes.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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