Operations Manager

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food processing sector is seeking a proactive Operations Manager to lead their aftersales function and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This pivotal role involves driving profitability and enhancing operational efficiency while fostering collaboration across departments. If you're a self-motivated leader with a business degree and a passion for operational management, this is your chance to join a company that values quality and innovation. Apply now to be part of a team where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of mentoring and developing multidiscipline teams.
• Strong analytical skills for operational and fiscal trend reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own the aftersales function, including spares and service admin.
• Drive profitability through cost-reducing initiatives.

Skills

Team Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Operational Management

Education

Business Degree

Professional Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

Embark on an exhilarating journey with a leading distributor in the food processing industry, renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. If you're a proactive, self-motivated professional with a knack for leadership and a desire to drive success in operational management, the position of Operations Manager could be your next career milestone. This role offers the unique opportunity to join a leading specialist distribution business in the food processing industry, dedicated to supplying top-tier machinery and equipment across the UK & Ireland.

What You Will Do:

- Own the aftersales function, including Spares and Service Admin/Warehouse and distribution.
- Ensure H&S/Facilities function compliance with legal standards.
- Take responsibility for product lines and associated business interests, aligning with company policies.
- Drive profitability through cost-reducing initiatives without compromising on quality.
- Prepare budgets, schedules, and organisational reports to promote company growth.
- Foster collaboration across departments to enhance efficiency and optimisation.

What You Will Bring:

- A business degree or related professional qualification.
- Demonstrable team-leadership experience with a proven track record of mentoring and developing multidiscipline teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Business Central & other relevant software applications.
- Strong analytical skills for operational & fiscal trend reporting.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to build rapport at all levels.

This Operations Manager role is pivotal in ensuring that operations run smoothly, productivity is maximised, and the company's customer-centric image is continually promoted. By joining the team, you'll be part of a company that values adaptability, flexibility, and a 'Total Processing' approach to deliver perfect solutions to its customers. The company prides itself on being a genuine partner to its customers, ensuring top quality and commercially viable products for the end consumers.

Location:
Based on site in Haddenham.

Interested?
If you're ready to take your career to the next level with a company that's at the forefront of the food processing industry, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become the Operations Manager and join a team where your work truly makes a difference.

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