Operations Manager
Blackpool
Competitive package
My client are a successful organisation who are proud of their product range and are a business with a purpose. They have an ambitious growth strategy and are seeking an Operations Manager for their small site in the Blackpool area. This is a key role for the business and will require strong warehouse management experience to ensure all warehouse operations are running to agreed standards. The site is an important part of the growth strategy and your ability to guide the teams through change will be key.
You will be responsible for working alongside the site leader to develop the people on site, manage the core processes of supply chain, quality, customer service and fulfilment. You will be tasked with monitoring warehouse efficiency and identify ways to continuously improve operations and will be responsible for Inventory management, including inventory reduction. and to work with the teams to introduce a continuous improvement culture.
The products have a range of complexities so having an understanding of technical products would be an advantage.
Ideal candidate will be/have the following:
- A solid understanding of supply chain management, and administrative and production environments. Passionate for continuous improvement
- An enthusiasm for motivating and engaging people using strong communication and coaching skills
- Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills with the ability to successfully manage a busy and diverse workload
- Process led. Methodical, organised, able to control multiple ‘moving parts’ at the same time
- Excellent IT/planning systems skills (we use Salesforce, Sage 50, Factory Master, MS Office and G-Suite)
- Strong numerical ability
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