Operations Manager Full TimePermanent

First Recruitment Services; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee key functions within the healthcare sector. This role involves ensuring efficient service delivery, managing operations, and leading teams. The ideal candidate will have a background in operational management within healthcare, exceptional leadership skills, and strong problem-solving abilities. Competitive salary and great benefits are offered.

Benefits

On-site parking

Casual dress code

Sick pay after probation

Supportive office environment

Qualifications

• Experience in operational management within healthcare or regulated environments is essential.
• Knowledge of NHS procedures and healthcare logistics is highly valued.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core business functions including Warehouse, Customer Services, and Purchasing.
• Deliver outstanding service to patients and healthcare providers.
• Develop and maintain streamlined processes to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Proven experience in operational management

Exceptional leadership skills

Strong problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills

Advanced IT skills

Job description

• Position: Operations Manager
• Salary: £30,000 – £40,000
• Location: Crawley
• Hours: Monday – Friday
• Benefits: On-site parking, Casual dress code, Sick pay after probation period, A supportive and vibrant office environment

My clients are in the healthcare and medical sector, and they’re looking for a Operations Manager to join their team! An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operations Manager to oversee core business functions including Warehouse, Customer Services, and Purchasing. This practical leadership role is key to maintaining smooth, organised, and responsive operations as the company continues to grow.

Operations Manager responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding service to patients and healthcare providers every day.
• Coordinate staffing and resources to meet service demands efficiently.
• Develop and maintain streamlined processes to ensure speed, accuracy, and reliability.
• Analyse operational data and reports to drive performance improvements.
• Support implementation of new technology and systems to enhance efficiency.
• Work closely with Purchasing to manage supplier relationships, ensuring quality and cost control.
• Collaborate with senior management to define and achieve operational targets and budgets.
• Lead and mentor team managers and supervisors to promote accountability and consistency.
• Champion a positive, respectful workplace culture across all teams.
• Occasional travel to other sites or partner meetings may be required.

Skills & experience required

• Proven experience in operational management, ideally within healthcare, pharmacy, or regulated environments.
• Previous experience in dispensing appliance, healthcare logistics, or pharmacy operations is highly valued.
• Understanding of NHS procedures and regulated environments.
• Experience with warehouse management, stock control, or prescription systems.
• Knowledge of delivery logistics in a healthcare setting.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage high-performing teams.
• Commercial acumen in budgeting and resource management.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset.
• Excellent communication skills and experience working across cross-functional teams.
• Advanced IT skills with particular strength in data analysis and reporting.
• Empathetic approach towards patients and service users.

Wild Recruitment Ltd T / A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.