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Operations Manager
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Codmore Hill, West Sussex
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Operations Manager - UK Operations
West Sussex
Senior Leadership Team - Reporting to Directors - Excellent Salary, benefits and bonus.
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join the senior leadership team and lead two key UK sites for a global technology business.
This is a senior leadership role with responsibility across Manufacturing, Planning, Stores, Engineering, New Product Introduction (NPI), Facilities, and Continuous Improvement in a high mix, low volume electronics manufacturing environment. Having 8 Direct and over 100 indirect reports.
As part of the site’s Executive Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in setting and delivering strategic objectives, driving operational excellence, and leading a collaborative, Lean-focused culture.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and deliver site goals and strategic plans aligned with corporate objectives.
* Drive operational performance, ensuring flexibility, agility, and on-time delivery to customers.
* Establish and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and action plans to achieve manufacturing excellence.
* Provide strong leadership across multiple operational teams, motivating staff to deliver results.
* Identify skills gaps, develop talent, and embed a culture of high engagement and accountability.
* Implement Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to deliver continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
* Manage budgets and costs effectively while ensuring quality, reliability, and safety.
* Act as a key customer champion, building trust and ensuring that products meet quality and delivery expectations.
* Ensure compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, Health & Safety, and statutory regulations.
About You
* Proven track record (10+ years) managing complex operations within advanced electronics manufacturing.
* Strong background in high mix, low volume production and custom product lines.
* Excellent understanding of ERP/MRP systems, production processes, and material selection.
* Lean/Six Sigma certified (minimum Green Belt) with demonstrable success in driving transformation.
* Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
* Confident engaging with OEM customers and external stakeholders.
* Strong commercial acumen with budget management experience.
* Proficient with Microsoft 365, Power BI, and advanced Excel for performance analysis.
Why Join?
This is a senior-level opportunity to shape the operations of two strategically important UK sites, driving efficiency, performance, and innovation within a world-class organisation. You’ll enjoy:
* Performance related bonus
* Excellent salary
* Executive-level benefits package
* The opportunity to make a significant impact in a global business
* A leadership role at the heart of operational strategy and execution
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