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Operations Manager

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kingston upon Hull, City of Kingston upon Hull

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Operations Manager – UK & Americas

Oliver Belle Recruitment is partnering with a growing international manufacturing and distribution business to appoint an experienced Operations Manager. This is a pivotal role responsible for coordinating operational activity across the UK and North America, ensuring the efficient movement of goods, optimising processes and supporting continued business growth.

We're seeking a commercially minded and highly organised operations professional who can confidently manage priorities across multiple departments, suppliers, locations and time zones.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

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    Act as the key operational link between UK and North American teams.

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    Coordinate activity across production, logistics, warehousing, procurement and supply chain functions.

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    Support the ongoing expansion of operations across the US market.

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    Collaborate closely with senior leadership to deliver operational strategy and long-term growth objectives.

Supplier & Commercial Management

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    Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics providers and operational partners.

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    Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial agreements relating to materials, freight, storage and facilities.

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    Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities to improve service levels and efficiency.

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    Support cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and operational standards.

Production & Inventory Planning

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    Coordinate production planning activities across manufacturing operations.

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    Work closely with international teams to manage supply requirements and production shortfalls.

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    Maintain optimal inventory levels across multiple locations.

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    Support forecasting and stock planning in line with growth objectives.

Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination

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    Oversee the efficient movement of goods across international markets.

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    Liaise with logistics providers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth end-to-end operations.

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    Monitor shipments, proactively identify risks and resolve operational issues.

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    Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and shipping documentation requirements.

Process Improvement & Reporting

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    Identify and implement improvements to operational systems and processes.

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    Support the rollout of scalable procedures to facilitate continued growth.

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    Track key operational KPIs and provide regular reporting to senior management.

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    Drive continuous improvement across performance, communication and service delivery.

About You

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    Proven experience in operations, supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing management.

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    Strong commercial acumen and supplier management experience.

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    Experience working across international markets and multiple time zones.

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    Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

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    Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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    Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contac Sophie @ Oliver Belle Recruitment or apply directly

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