Operations Manager (Manufacturing, Procurement, Supply Chain)

Supply Chain/Procurement/Logistics/Quality

Location: Eastleigh, Hampshire

£55,000 - £60,000

Our client is at an exciting stage where they are looking to grow the business and the team. They have big ambitions and are growing from an R&D led consumer products start-up to a developing manufacturing and assembly business working with range of consumer private and public sector clients.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating the company's manufacturing and supply chain activities, responsible for managing a small operations and assembly team and personally lead purchasing, logistics, quality assurance, supplier relationships, and compliance standards to ensure efficient operations, cost management, and high-quality product delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchasing & Supply Chain Management
• Logistics & Operations
• Quality Assurance
• Supplier Relationship Development

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in operations management within manufacturing or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain logistics, procurement, and inventory management.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and certification processes.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain supplier relationships.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of development of ERP/MRP systems and processes
• Forklift license would be advantageous but not essential

Please apply, attaching your full CV quoting reference 10493.