Overview
Highly successful International Manufacturing company currently seek to recruit a motivated & experienced Head of Operations to undertake a challenging, office based, position at newly refurbished premises, based in Staines upon Thames.
About the role
Reporting to the UK Managing Director the Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, purchasing and supply chain and will adopt a forward thinking, strategic approach to ensue that the organisation can meet customer demand within a highly challenging market. Key duties include:
- Manage the company Production Department with full responsibility for labour and material planning
- Oversee the Purchasing Department ensuring full visibility regarding product or material shortfalls and predicted lead times.
- Undertake full control of the supply chain and inventory functions to ensure a consistent flow of required components and ensure an efficient manufacturing process.
- Drive continuous improvements within the Operations team to improve efficiency, flexibility, and quality across all areas
- Setting team objectives and personal development plans
- Oversee product testing, fault finding and customer returns
- Implement performance KPIs across the production, purchasing and supply chain functions
- Prepare business cases for suggested efficiency improvement projects
- Implement and manage corporate Health & Safety policy
About you:
You will Degree educated, ideally within an Engineering or Electronics discipline and have a proven track record managing Operations within the Manufacturing sector
In addition you will have have gained broad, senior level experience that has encompassed management of the Purchasing & Production functions
The successful applicant will have experience using a modern MRP system for the sourcing and production of essential components to facilitate the manufacturing process.
What's on offer
- Competitive salary and attractive bonus scheme
- Medical insurance
- Flexible hours
- 25 days holiday
- On-site parking
- Life assurance
Head of Operations employer: Stirling Ellis Careers
Join a highly successful International Technology Group as the VP of Finance EMEA, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Located in Weybridge, Surrey, our superb offices provide an inspiring environment, complemented by competitive benefits such as an annual bonus, medical cover, and a generous pension scheme. We are committed to employee growth, offering opportunities to lead a high-performing finance team and drive strategic improvements across the EMEA region.
