Director of Operations

Flex Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Annual pay review

Enhanced annual leave

Volunteer days

Life insurance

Sick pay

Cycle to work

Flexible/Remote/Hybrid work

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Axiom is seeking a Director of Operations to lead day-to-day operations across production, planning, and logistics in the UK. You will own operational excellence, shape strategic plans, and drive performance across manufacturing functions.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of management experience, with a background in electrical or manufacturing projects. A Master’s or MBA is preferred, and eligibility to work in the UK is required. Hybrid/remote work options may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience and training.
• Minimum of 8 years of management experience.
• Master’s or MBA degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guarantee production, delivery in full, on time and in specifications, at the most cost-efficient rate.
• Define operational financial goals.
• Manage staff and P&L with a proven track record.
• Establish and communicate Business Unit goals and assignments.
• Define and execute operational programs aligned with strategic plans and annual goals.
• Meet with Executive Business monthly to review KOIs.
• Attend quarterly business reviews with key customers.
• Partner with other business to set strategic plans and goals.
• Direct and control activities in purchasing, production control, planning, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, maintenance, manufacturing and logistics.
• Implement HR strategies to recruit and retain a qualified workforce.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Electrical principles

Manufacturing projects

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Master’s or MBA preferred

Job description

Axiom builds the digital and electrical infrastructure powering the AI era. We design, build and deploy integrated power, thermal and compute solutions that help data centers, utilities and innovators scale faster, operate more efficiently and meet growing demand. Built on decades of manufacturing expertise, global operations and a proven ability to deliver complex systems at scale, Axiom combines innovation with real-world execution. We're helping close the gap between what the future demands and what the world can deliver. At Axiom, you'll take on meaningful challenges, be trusted with real responsibility, and work alongside people who value candor, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an experienced Director of Operations located in the UK. Reporting to the Sr Director, Operations Engineering, the Director of Operations will take ownership for managing day to day operations and core functions of operations to achieve and maintain operational excellence.

What a typical day looks like:

• Guarantee production, delivery in full, on time and in specifications, required by customers, at the most cutthroat cost.
• Define operational financial goals.
• Operational business experience including a successful performance track record managing staff and P&L.
• Establish and communicate Business Unit goals and assignments.
• Define and execute operational programs in line with strategic plans and annual operating goals.
• Meet with Executive Business at least monthly to review and evaluate KOI's.
• Attend quarterly business reviews with key customers.
• Partner with other business to establish strategic plans and goals.
• Direct and control the activities on purchasing business, production control, planning, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, maintenance, manufacturing and logistics.
• Implement appropriate HR strategies and actions to recruit and retain a qualified and motivated workforce.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience and training.
• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of management experience.
• A Master’s or MBA degree is preferred.
• Relevant experience in a similar role, with a professional background in electrical or manufacturing projects
• Strong people management skills
• The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious with a high standard of attention to detail
• Must be able to work accurately to deadlines in a busy and pressurized environment,
• Demonstrate flexibility and have an understanding of basic electrical principles
• Eligible to work in UK

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• A competitive salary and benefits package
• A merit-based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
• Referral bonus
• Volunteer days
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support in your well-being by access to Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

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Job Category Operations

Axiom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process.