Head of Operations

Head of Operations

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Stirling Ellis

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead operations, manage purchasing, production, and supply chain in a dynamic electronics company.
  • Company: Successful international SME in the electronics manufacturing sector.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, modern office environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Join a forward-thinking team in newly refurbished offices in Slough.
  • Why this job: Drive strategic improvements and make a real impact in a growing business.
  • Qualifications: Experience in operations management and strong negotiation skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

About the Company Highly successful SME, international, Electronics Manufacturing company currently seek to recruit a motivated experienced Head of operations to undertake a challenging, office based, position at newly refurbished offices based in Slough.

About the Role Reporting to the UK Managing Director the Head of Operations will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of purchasing, production and supply chain within a dynamic and expanding business.

The Head of Operations will adopt a forward thinking, strategic approach to ensure that the organisation can meet customer demand within a highly challenging market.

Responsibilities Undertake full responsibility for the purchasing function requiring direct negotiation with key component suppliers and subcontract manufacturing businesses.

Manage the company production department with full responsibility for utilising KPIs to drive process improvements.

Oversee the sales operations team to ensure all customer orders are processed within agreed corporate timescales.

Manage all processes and KPIs across; purchasing, production and supply chain through effective administration of the company ERP and MRP systems.

Ensure full visibility regarding product or material shortfalls and predicted lead times.

Undertake full control of the su...

Head of Operations employer: Stirling Ellis

As a highly successful SME in the electronics manufacturing sector, this company offers an exceptional work environment in its newly refurbished Slough offices, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from a strategic role that encourages professional growth through hands-on experience in operations management, alongside competitive remuneration and a commitment to work-life balance. Joining this dynamic team means being part of a forward-thinking organisation that values each member's contributions and supports their career development.

Stirling Ellis

Contact Details:

Stirling Ellis Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Operations

Purchasing Management
Supplier Negotiation
Production Management
Supply Chain Management
KPI Utilisation
Process Improvement
Sales Operations Management