Business Operations Manager

Adecco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco seeks an experienced Business Operations Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, drive profitability, and oversee cross-functional teams. This role focuses on balancing strategic business objectives with daily execution to enable sustainable growth.

You will develop operational strategies, manage budgets and P&L, and lead continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supply chain functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, or business unit management.
• Experience within aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, or a related technical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, supply chain, and quality management.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, financial performance, and P&L responsibilities.
• Proven track record of improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and driving business growth.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable operational plans.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, customers, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily business operations, including manufacturing, production, engineering, quality, supply chain, and customer delivery.
• Manage overall business unit performance, including revenue, profitability, budgets, and P&L responsibilities.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve production targets, quality standards, and customer expectations.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.
• Monitor KPIs, including productivity, on-time delivery, cost, quality, and financial performance.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop business plans, forecasts, and long-term growth strategies.
• Collaborate with sales, business development, and program management teams to support customer relationships and business growth.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Oversee resource planning, staffing, capacity management, and capital expenditure initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and applicable quality standards.
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing operations

Strategic planning

Lean Six Sigma

P&L management

Cross-functional leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Operations Management

MBA (Preferred)

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Business Operations Manager to lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of a growing manufacturing organization. This individual will be responsible for driving operational excellence, improving profitability, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring overall business performance.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in manufacturing operations, business strategy, financial management, and continuous improvement. This position requires a hands‑on leader who can balance strategic business objectives with daily operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily business operations, including manufacturing, production, engineering, quality, supply chain, and customer delivery.
• Manage overall business unit performance, including revenue, profitability, budgets, and P&L responsibilities.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to achieve production targets, quality standards, and customer expectations.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including productivity, on‑time delivery, cost, quality, and financial performance.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop business plans, forecasts, and long‑term growth strategies.
• Collaborate with sales, business development, and program management teams to support customer relationships and business growth.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Oversee resource planning, staffing, capacity management, and capital expenditure initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and applicable quality standards.
• Build, mentor, and develop high‑performing teams while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, or business unit management.
• Experience within aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, or a related technical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, supply chain, and quality management.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, financial performance, and P&L responsibilities.
• Proven track record of improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and driving business growth.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable operational plans.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, customers, and internal stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline.
• Experience managing an entire business unit, division, or manufacturing operation.
• Background in highly engineered products, complex manufacturing, or electromechanical systems.
• Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments, including AS9100 or ISO 9001.
• Experience overseeing both operational and commercial aspects of a manufacturing business.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a results‑driven leader who understands both the operational and commercial sides of a manufacturing business. The successful candidate will be comfortable taking ownership of business performance, developing teams, implementing improvements, and driving sustainable growth.