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Head of Operations

1 month ago

StokeOnTrent UK, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Adaptable Recruitment Full time

At Adaptable Recruitment we have an Excellent Opportunity for a Head of Operations to join a world leading manufacturer in the Stoke-on-Trent area.. The purpose of this role is to drive change and lead the Manufacturing Operations within the European Business.


Salary: up to £85,000 Depending On Experience

Holidays: 23 days + Bank Holidays

Location: Stoke-on-Trent - Fully Office Based

Benefits: 10% Annual Bonus - Life Assurance - Holidays Increasing With Service


Main Responsibilities To Include:

  • Running the daily operations covering Health and Safety, Manufacturing, Technical Support, Logistics, Warehousing and Purchasing.
  • The Head of Operations will report to the Managing Director & Support building the Operational Strategies for the business
  • To implement and drive an operational strategy covering Health and Safety, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing and Technical support; and to deliver that Strategy.
  • Drive the culture and ethos of the teams to ensure resources are used efficiently.
  • Implement core Operational Policies to ensure that the operations achieve their business targets and continually drive for improvement.
  • Ensure current ISO Accreditations are maintained – and to expand to other relevant ISO accreditations as required to support the Operational need.
  • Manage operational budgets to drive profitability, ensuring the operations has the appropriate resources to meet its business needs.
  • Own the quality of goods being manufactured – to ensure customer expectations are met at the right cost fully on time.
  • Direct the purchasing strategy to drive down costs of incoming goods, whilst managing quality and lead times.
  • Drive Stock principles to minimise unnecessary Stocks whilst ensuring the Operations run efficiently
  • Develop working practices that ensure a safe and Healthy working environment.
  • Support and Lead the team of Operational Managers to monitor and measure performance and drive improvement where required.
  • Analyse all aspect of the Operational performance and develop Metrics and reporting to the MD to demonstrate successful execution of the Operational Business Plan.
  • Support the MD wherever required, across other functions in the Business.
  • Be the go-to person for Operational queries – and ensure that the operation is evolving to maintain its competitive edge and continue as Market Leader.
  • Work closely with internal suppliers and customers to ensure end to end efficiencies are managed.


The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience in a Head of Operations or similar role –minimum 5 years.
  • Results driven with a proven track record of operational management excellence.
  • Degree level or equivalent qualification.
  • Technically minded; experience working with technical products and new product development
  • An understanding of, and exposure to, the principles and tools of lean manufacturing
  • Awareness of current Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and best practice
  • Awareness of Quality Management Systems and ISO9001 certification
  • Awareness of processes and systems to drive effective procurement
  • Demonstrated tendency to challenge the status quo and drive constant improvement in process.
  • A real passion for what you do, and the ability to inspire that passion within your team to drive the culture through personal best practice.
  • A strong entrepreneurial mind set and hands-on approach.
  • An analytical mind-set.
  • Excellent decision-making skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Required - Strong Manufacturing background.
  • Preferred - Strong Financial background.