Technical Operations Manager

UBT; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing production company in the UK is seeking an experienced Technical Operations Manager to lead core business functions in a fast-paced environment. You will manage the laboratory team, lead supplier negotiations, and own the P&L for operational contracts. A degree in science and proven experience in team and P&L management are essential.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing teams.
• Manufacturing experience with technical products is ideal.
• Proven P&L ownership.

Responsibilities

• Manage the laboratory team, conducting appraisals and performance evaluations.
• Lead supplier negotiation meetings to reduce costs and improve pricing.
• Own the P&L for key operational contracts.

Skills

Team Management

Supplier Negotiation

P&L Management

Quality Control

Education

Degree in Science

Job description

We're hiring an experienced Technical Operations Manager to lead core business functions across operations, the formulating laboratory and technical delivery in a fast-paced production environment. This is a fast-growing business that invests heavily in R&D.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the laboratory team, conducting appraisals, 1-2-1s and performance
• Lead supplier negotiation meetings to reduce cost of goods and improve buy price
• Own the P&L for key operational contracts including utilities, insurance, and electricity
• Manage hiring processes, draft job contracts, and conduct appraisals / 1-2-1s and performance manage team members against SMART goals
• Ensure formulation data is captured and automated
• Build and report against budgets
• Make QC decisions on product batch release

Requirements

• Degree in Science
• Proven experience in managing teams
• Manufacturing experience, ideally with technical products (e.g. adhesives, inks, polymers)
• Proven P&L ownership

Benefits

Salary 50-55k DOE Neg