Senior Operations Manager

Ideematec Deutschland GmbH•Scottsdale, AZ

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

Ideematec, Inc., with its offices in Arizona, is a German provider of high-performance solar tracking systems. An international track record of over 9 GW deployed, more than 15 years of experience in the tracker field and 82+ diverse patents, Ideematec is a trusted partner in advanced solar PV tracking technology. To support our continued growth in North America, we are seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead and optimize people operations, business processes, and cross-functional coordination across the organization. This is a hybrid role based in our Scottsdale, AZ office and will work 3–4 days per week onsite. The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day business operations across HR, finance, and administrative functions, while driving process improvements and ensuring operational consistency. This role focuses on process ownership, team enablement, and operational performance, and supporting scalable systems as the organization grows. You will work closely with the CEO and department leaders to ensure efficient execution of business processes, maintain operational continuity, and support overall organizational performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, HR, Finance, or related field
4–7+ years of experience in operations, HR, or business operations roles
Strong experience in HR operations, payroll, and compliance
Working knowledge of accounting workflows
Proven experience improving processes and building scalable systems
Ability to manage cross-functional coordination without direct authority
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

Own and manage end-to-end HR operations, including payroll coordination, employee records, and benefits administration
Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and HR best practices
Partner with leadership on hiring, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding processes
Act as the primary escalation point for employee-related issues and operational needs
Drive improvements to HR systems, processes, and employee experience
Assist with performance management processes and workforce planning initiatives
Maintain clear documentation and ensure continuity across all people operations
Own and continuously improve core business processes
Identify inefficiencies, gaps, or risks and implement scalable solutions
Develop and maintain SOPs to ensure consistency and operational continuity
Implement tools and systems to improve visibility into tasks, ownership, and deadline
Serve as a key operational liaison between North American teams and international stakeholders
Escalate operational risks and challenges to leadership and support resolution efforts
Oversee financial operations, including coordination with internal and external stakeholders
Support financial reporting processes and provide visibility into operational performance
Partner with the Project Accountant to review financial workflows, reporting structures, and controls
Monitor high-level financial performance indicators (cash flow, reporting timelines, process accuracy)
Ensure audit readiness and proper documentation standards are maintained
Directly report to and support CEO
Act as a liaison across HR, accounting, and administrative functions to ensure alignment
Coordinate priorities and responsibilities across teams to support smooth execution
Facilitate communication between North American and international teams
Support implementation of company-wide initiatives and operational projects
Communicate with US and international C-Suite to ensure business continuity during employee absences, transitions, or growth phases