Operations Manager

Lynch Group; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading floral production company in High Wycombe is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end operations including logistics and production. The ideal candidate will have strong strategic planning skills, at least 2 years of management experience, and a background in compliance frameworks. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a supportive culture. Experience in the floral industry is a plus, and you will make a real impact in a high-growth industry.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative culture

Exposure to cross-functional projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management/supervisory role.
• Proven success in production or logistics environments.
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end warehouse operations including logistics and inventory.
• Lead quality control across floral production and arrangement assembly.
• Strategically plan to align operations with business goals and KPIs.

Skills

Strategic planning

Quality control

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Business Management/Operations

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Deliver with Precision.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence?

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where quality, compliance, and continuous improvement are key?

Lynch Group is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee our floral production.

About the Role

• End-to-end warehouse operations including production, logistics, transport, and inventory
• Strategic planning to align operations with business goals and KPIs
• Quality control across floral production and arrangement assembly
• Compliance leadership including Chain of Responsibility (CoR), ISO 9001, HACCP, SQF, HARPS
• Process optimization and cost‑saving initiatives
• Team leadership and cross‑functional collaboration
• Risk management and safety oversight
• Reporting and analysis to drive performance and profitability

What We’re Looking For

• Tertiary qualifications in Business Management/Operations discipline or equivalent business experience/knowledge.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management/supervisory role
• Proven success in production or logistics environments (floristry or fresh produce a plus!)
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and operational risk
• Excellent communication, delegation, and decision‑making skills
• Forklift license and knowledge of supermarket sector highly regarded
• FMCG experience highly regarded

Hands‑on experience in floristry or horticulture? That’s a definite plus.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a nationally respected brand with a commitment to sustainability and innovation
• Lead a high‑performing team in a supportive and collaborative culture
• Enjoy career development opportunities and exposure to cross‑functional projects
• Make a real impact in a fast‑moving, high‑growth industry