Operations Manager

Reference: NPr004618-KavN-1

Are you an operational leader who can turn supply chain complexity into measurable business performance?

An established organisation operating within a quality-driven, highly regulated environment is seeking a commercially astute and analytically strong Operations Manager to take ownership of its end-to-end supply chain and distribution operations.

This is not simply a warehouse management position. We are looking for someone who understands how inventory accuracy, demand forecasting, operational efficiency and customer delivery performance work together to drive business success. Duties & Responsibilities You will take responsibility for optimising operational performance across inventory management, inbound logistics, outbound distribution, demand planning and customer order fulfilment.

Your ability to interpret operational data, identify inefficiencies and implement sustainable improvements will be central to your success.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead end-to-end warehouse, inventory and distribution operations, ensuring efficient inbound and outbound material flows
• Drive inventory accuracy, stock optimisation and effective working capital management
• Develop demand forecasts and replenishment strategies to minimise stockouts and excess inventory
• Manage third-party logistics providers and transport partners to ensure consistent on-time, in-full (OTIF) deliveries
• Analyse operational KPIs and implement improvements in productivity, order fulfilment and customer satisfaction
• Develop high-performing operational teams through effective leadership, accountability and performance management
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems, operational procedures and ISO 13485 requirements

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING A Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Management or a related discipline
Minimum 5 years' experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics or Warehouse Management
Proven management experience covering inventory, warehousing AND distribution
Demonstrated experience in demand planning, inventory forecasting and stock optimisation
Strong experience managing transport providers, 3PL partners and operational teams
Advanced Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and analytical reporting
Strong ERP system knowledge, with Sage X3 highly advantageous
Experience in healthcare, medical devices, manufacturing or distribution environments will be advantageous
WHAT WILL DEFINE YOUR SUCCESS? We are particularly interested in professionals who can demonstrate measurable achievements in:
Inventory Accuracy – Reducing stock variances, write-offs and obsolete inventory
Delivery Performance – Improving OTIF delivery rates and order fulfilment
Demand Planning – Improving forecasting accuracy and reducing stockouts
Operational Efficiency – Optimising warehouse productivity, inventory turns and processing times
Cost Optimisation – Reducing operational costs and improving working capital efficiency
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE You are a data-driven operational leader, not simply an administrator of daily warehouse activities.
You understand the financial implications of inventory decisions, can challenge inefficient processes and are comfortable translating operational data into meaningful business improvements.
Most importantly, you can demonstrate what you have improved, how you improved it and the measurable results you achieved.
READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT? If you have successfully managed end-to-end supply chain operations and have the analytical expertise to drive operational excellence, I would like to hear from you.
Apply with your updated CV and highlight your key operational achievements.
Only candidates meeting the core technical and management requirements will be considered.