Job Description

We are looking for like-minded individuals - people who are passionate, disciplined and focused - to join our mission to become Singapore\'s leading English and Writing Specialist.

Are you a driven, resourceful, committed, creative and independent individual? Join us for a fruitful and hands-on experience!

As the Head of Operations, Planning and Customer Service, you will manage the operations and customer service team in charge of working on planning, front-end and back-end operational support for the team and other departments in Write Edge Singapore and Malaysia to reach its goals of being the lead English and Writing Specialist in the region. Only Singaporeans may apply.

Responsibilities

Operations at Centres and Customer Service

• Responsible for leading the operations across Write Edge to provide smooth, efficient, effective operational support for all our centres, both physical and online
• Plan new classes, programmes, workshops and scheduling for all centres
• Prepare for annual registration exercise
• Work closely with the Customer Service and Enrolment teams to ensure a high quality of liaison and smooth operations
• Set up a customer service team and spearhead building and excellent customer experience
• Arrange for ordering & distribution of resources across all centres
• Manage our Payment systems and student management systems
• Oversee finances for essential branch expenses

Strategic Leadership

• To provide strategic leadership in formulating, developing operational infrastructure to support programmes, events, operational needs across the organisation
• Independently managing large projects and programs, organisation design, operational excellence and transformation projects in areas such as: branding, performance improvement, cost-optimisation, cultural changes, business and back office transformations (e.g. shared service centre implementations), IT transformation (e.g. CRM implementation), etc.
• Pinpoint system, structural and process improvements across the company, make actionable recommendations and drive execution to implement change

Operational and Cost Efficiency

• Structure, develop and communicate data-driven insights and recommendations on improving operational issues at the company for senior stakeholder
• Assist in expanding the business through analysing detailed supply/demand chain/classroom optimising formula
• Support the company in measuring and achieving KPIs in planning, forecasting, inventory and cost management

Facilities Management

• To work with the Facilities Manager to provide excellent and prompt Facility Management services, maintenance to all physical branches
• To have oversight of management of budget of maintenance of existing branches and new branches
• To manage new branch opening projects and renovation work

Key Relationships

The Head of Planning, Operations and Customer Service will report to the director and has to develop and maintain effective working relationships with:

• Regional General Managers and offices
• Leadership Team
• Customer Relations and Operations Team
• Administrative and Planning Staff
• Parents

Qualifications and Skills:

• A relevant degree/Master in Business Management/Administration, Finance Management, ICT or Computer Science equivalent
• At least 3 years in Senior Management role or equivalent
• At least 5 years in management level or similar work experience
• Experience in an educational institution preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of education institution operations, operational systems, procedures, standards and practices
• Possess good IT skills and knowledge, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and Google Workspace
• Able to analyse data and statistics for trends and patterns with exceptional skills in Excel or Google Sheet

We are looking for someone who can:

• Think and work strategically with the senior leadership team and HQ
• Lead and manage the operations and facilities teams
• Work closely and maintain good relationships with other departments and functions
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize needs
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Outstanding work ethic
• Motivated and dedicated self-starter
• Problem-solving skills
• Agile mindset and experience driving change with a track record of speed, impact and efficiency improvement

At Write Edge, we look for staff who have

• A growth mind-set
• Ability to take feedback
• Stamina for hard work (ie. good learning attitude)
• Responsibility
• Aptitude for teaching and nurturing towards kids

Location(s):
Tampines Plaza

Commitment Period:
Full-time

Working Hours:
Mon - Fri, 9am - 6pm

Write Edge