Operations Manager in Birmingham

Operations Manager in Birmingham

Birmingham Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Doka

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead daily operations and manage a dynamic team in the scaffolding industry.
  • Company: Join AT-PAC, a global leader in innovative scaffolding solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a supportive work environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity for continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing company focused on safety and efficiency.
  • Qualifications: Experience in operations and leadership within the scaffolding sector.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

Operating within the newly established umdasch Industrial Solutions division, AT-PAC is a global leader in scaffolding solutions. Specializing in the industrial market segment, AT-PAC focuses on serving all scaffold contractors and industrial service companies across a variety of sectors. AT-PAC became fully integrated into the Umdasch Group in 2023, combining its 25 years of industrial scaffolding expertise with Doka’s 150-year legacy in formwork and shoring. This strategic move reinforced AT-PAC’s commitment to strengthening its global market position and delivering exceptional solutions to the industrial sector.

Since then, AT-PAC has taken on the role of competence center for scaffolding within the Umdasch Group, ensuring a unified supply model and facilitating the seamless sharing of expertise and resources across divisions. Looking ahead, AT-PAC will continue to drive innovation, focusing on the technical development of its scaffolding systems and digital solutions. As we expand our global footprint, we remain dedicated to delivering safety and efficiency through our scaffolding solutions and drive the success of industrial projects worldwide.

We are looking for a motivated Operations Manager to oversee and support the daily operations of our branch. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating operational activities across the yard and commercial office, leading the local Operations team, and ensuring efficient logistics, inventory, and operational processes. Ideally, you bring experience from the scaffolding industry and enjoy combining operational execution with people leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Management of the Branch Operations team
  • Manage daily operations following the company standard operating procedures in the area of yard and commercial office
  • Plan and control material requirements and logistic processes for the country
  • Analyse, prepare and interpret KPIs to improve operational performance
  • Inventory and demand management which includes quarterly Forecasting process (Demand Planning) as well as operative management of inventory levels
  • Cost center and investment planning in the area of Operations
  • Planning and optimization of staff and material expenses
  • Take care of data quality and efficiency in the commercial office
  • Work with the Yard manager to effectively lead the branch team ensure procedures are followed
  • Work with the team to manage transport requirements and the costs of freight and haulage
  • Identify any areas for operational improvement of productivity and efficiency within the branch and its operations.
  • Responsible for the compliance with local laws and regulations (work safety, environment)
  • Coordination and carrying out of staff development programs for Operations employees in the branches.
Qualifications:
  • Apprenticeship, MBO or equal
  • Experience in Operations within the scaffolding industry
  • Comfortable working with Excel, Word, Outlook, and willing to learn additional systems and software
  • Ability to motivate and lead operational teams while promoting a safe and efficient work environment
  • Reliable team leader with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured and accurate way
  • Good knowledge of spoken and written English

Operations Manager in Birmingham employer: Doka

Doka USA is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for Senior Project Engineers to thrive. Located in Kenilworth, NJ, employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a commitment to safety and quality in all projects. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your growth in the dynamic field of formwork and structural solutions.

Doka

Contact Details:

Doka Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Operations Manager in Birmingham

Operations Management
Team Leadership
Logistics Coordination
Inventory Management
KPI Analysis
Demand Planning
Cost Management