Plata Card

Head of Operations Colombia

Colombia Full-time On-site
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Job Description

<p><strong>Operations is a core</strong>, revenue-driving function responsible for executing and scaling the company’s day-to-day business. It encompasses tele-sales, field ambassadors, collections, and customer operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and a strong customer experience. The area focuses on process excellence, productivity, and scalability in a fast-growing fintech environment. Operations acts as a key enabler of sustainable growth and profitability.</p>

<p class="isSelectedEnd">We are seeking a strategic, execution-oriented Head of Operations to lead and scale our end-to-end Operations function in a high-growth environment. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Head of Operations will be responsible for driving operational excellence, scalability, and efficiency across all operational verticals, ensuring seamless execution aligned with our growth strategy and customer-centric mission.<strong><br></strong><br><strong>Challenges That Await You</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Define and execute Colombia’s operational strategy to support rapid growth, profitability, and market expansion.</li>

<li>Translate business objectives into scalable, data-driven operational processes and KPIs.</li>

<li>Ensure operational readiness to support new products, markets, and regulatory requirements.</li>

<li>Lead, develop, and scale high-performing operational teams across multiple functions (Tele-sales, Ambassadors, Collections, Ops Support).</li>

<li>Build a strong leadership bench and promote a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.</li>

<li>Design organizational structures that balance speed, control, and scalability.</li>

<li>Oversee revenue-adjacent operations including tele-sales and field ambassador programs, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and conversion optimization.</li>

<li>Partner closely with Product, Marketing, among other teams to optimize customer acquisition and retention.</li>

<li>Ensure collections operations are effective, compliant, and aligned with customer experience principles.</li>

<li>Establish and monitor operational KPIs, dashboards, and performance reviews.</li>

<li>Use data to drive decision-making, forecast capacity needs, and proactively manage risks</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>What Makes You a Great Fit</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>8+ years of experience in Operations leadership roles, ideally within fintech, financial services, marketplaces, or high-growth tech companies in LATAM.</li>

<li>Proven experience scaling complex, multi-layered operations in fast-paced environments.</li>

<li>Strong background managing revenue-impacting teams (sales operations, field teams, collections, or similar).</li>

<li>Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse teams and senior leaders.</li>

<li>Strong analytical mindset with deep understanding of operational metrics and unit economics.</li>

<li>Experience working closely with Product and Engineering teams on automation and scalability initiatives.</li>

<li>Executive presence with the ability to influence at C-level and Board level.</li>

<li>Conversational English and Spanish.<br><br></li>

</ul>

<h4>Our ways of working:</h4>

<ul>

<li><strong>Innovative Spirit: </strong>A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions</li>

<li><strong>Honest Feedback:</strong> valuing open, transparent communication</li>

<li><strong>Supportive Team: </strong>a strong, collaborative community</li>

<li><strong>Celebrating Achievements: </strong>recognizing our wins together</li>

<li><strong>High-Tech Environment:</strong> a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent finances</li>

</ul>

<h4>Our benefits:</h4>

<ul>

<li><strong>Relocation support</strong> to Colombia — with assistance for the employee and their family</li>

<li><strong>Healthcare</strong> <strong>Coverage</strong></li>

<li><strong>Education Budget:</strong> Language lessons, professional training and certifications</li>

<li><strong>Wellness Budget:</strong> Mental health and fitness activity reimbursements</li>

<li><strong>Vacation policy:</strong> 20 days of annual leave and paid sick leave</li>

</ul>

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Head of Operations Colombia role at Plata Card involve?

The Head of Operations Colombia position at Plata Card in Colombia is a full-time role. <p><strong>Operations is a core</strong>, revenue-driving function responsible for executing and scaling the company’s day-to-day business. It encompasses tele-sales, field ambassadors, collections, and customer operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and a strong customer experience. The area focuses on process excellence, productivity, and scalability in a fast-growing fintech environment. Operations acts as a key enabler of sustainable growth and profitability.</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">We are seeking a strategic, execution-oriented Head of Operations to lead and scale our end-to-end Operations function in a high-growth environment.

What skills are required for Head of Operations Colombia at Plata Card?

Key skills for this role include: Scala, RDS, API.

What is the salary for Head of Operations Colombia at Plata Card?

The salary for this position is not publicly listed. You can negotiate during the interview process. Check Glassdoor or Levels.fyi for estimates.

Is the Head of Operations Colombia position at Plata Card remote or on-site?

This position is On-site. The role is based in Colombia.

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About This Role

Head of Operations Colombia at Plata Card is a full-time management position in Colombia. Key skills include Scala, RDS, API. Education: Master's Degree preferred. Experience: 8+ years.

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