Strategic Operations Manager – Defence Projects (Hybrid)

Summer-Browning Associates Ltd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our defence client with two Operations Manager vacancies for an initial six-month assignment, with an option to extend. The role is based in Bristol with hybrid working.

You will monitor and control project budgets, ensure financial accountability and cost efficiency, and support the development and implementation of the operational strategy for the project. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC clearance and have a strong background in delivery

Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing an acquisition strategy aligned with Category A Approval requirements.
• Understanding stock control, contract management, milestones, standards and service surveillance.
• Experience coordinating logistics at a high level (cargo, freight).
• Experience supporting planning and execution of operational trials, testing and evaluation activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement acquisition strategies aligned with Category A Approval requirements.
• Oversee stock control and contract management ensuring milestones and standards are met.
• Coordinate high-level logistics including cargo and freight for the project.
• Support planning and execution of operational trials, testing and evaluation activities.

Skills

Acquisition strategy

Stock control

Contract management

Logistics coordination

Job description

Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our defence client with two Operations Manager vacancies for an initial six-month assignment, with an option to extend. The role is based in Bristol with hybrid working.

You will monitor and control project budgets, ensure financial accountability and cost efficiency, and support the development and implementation of the operational strategy for the project. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC clearance and have a strong background in delivery