Business Operations Manager

3 days ago

Rugby, Warwickshire, United Kingdom RUTH WAGSTAFF RECRUITMENT LIMITED Full time £90,000 - £120,000 per year

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled
Business Operations Manager
to lead a well-established business unit within a market-leading engineering and service group. This division focuses on the
manufacture, servicing, and maintenance of LV and HV electrical equipment
, supporting both external clients and other group companies.

As
Business Operations Manager
, you will take full ownership of the unit's performance — overseeing operations, financials, customer relationships, and team leadership. You'll be given autonomy to run the business as your own, while also benefiting from the support of an experienced senior management team.

This is a strategic and hands-on role, ideal for a commercially astute leader with a strong background in
engineering or manufacturing operations
, full
P&L responsibility
, and a track record of driving performance and growth.

Package

  • c£65k + Bonus
  • Company car / car allowance
  • Private healthcare, Life insurance, Plus many other bens..
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day operations across manufacturing, service, and delivery
  • Full accountability for P&L and budgeting (circa £4m)
  • Drive improvements in process, quality, and on-time delivery
  • Build strong relationships with customers and develop new opportunities
  • Manage and develop a team of approximately 20 people
  • Ensure compliance with H&S, quality, and contractual obligations

About You

  • Experience in a senior operational role (e.g. Manufacturing or Business Operations Manager, General Manager)
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen, including P&L ownership
  • Background in manufacturing, engineering, or service-based environments
  • Proven ability to lead teams and develop people
  • Customer-focused with excellent communication skills
  • Technical knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems (advantageous)
  • IOSH Managing Safely preferred
  • Degree or equivalent experience required

If you are an experienced
Business Operations Manager
looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply or contact
Stuart Cooper
for more details.

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