Operations Manager

• An established and growing business within the industrial equipment distribution sector is seeking an experienced Operations Manager with strong financial acumen and a hands-on approach to operational management. The successful candidate will take ownership of stock control, purchasing and operational processes, while identifying opportunities to improve systems, implement new technologies and support business growth.
• Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a key role within an owner-managed business, offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to make a direct impact on operational efficiency and overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee stock management, purchasing, supplier negotiations, freight logistics and inventory planning
• Manage stock costing, pricing, price lists and quarterly stocktakes
• Monitor financial performance, including P&L, cash flow and foreign exchange movements
• Oversee administrative functions, sales and service reporting, and CRM systems
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation and new technologies
• Manage escalated customer disputes, warranty issues and regulatory submissions
• Support business expansion, technology implementation and operational continuity
• Oversee administrative controls, staff leave and the continuity of key business functions

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant formal qualification
• Approximately 5–6 years of relevant operational management experience
• Strong financial understanding, including P&L monitoring, cash flow and costing
• Experience in stock control, purchasing, supplier management and operational processes
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• A systems-oriented approach, with an interest in automation, technology and process improvement

Closing Dates:  13 Nov 2026