Head of Operations

About The Company:Our client a leading educational manufacturing company dedicated to providing innovative products to enhance learning experiences. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality educational resources to schools, institutions, and individuals globally. With a focus on creativity, quality, and impact, they are committed to shaping the future of education.Head of Operations – The Role:They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Operations to lead their manufacturing operations in Leeds. As the Head of Operations, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, optimising processes, and ensuring the efficient production of their educational products. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and make a significant impact on the education sector.Head of Operations – Key Responsibilities:- Develop and implement operational strategies to optimise manufacturing processes and improve efficiency.- Lead and manage the manufacturing team, providing guidance, support, and motivation to achieve production targets and quality standards.- Oversee production scheduling, resource allocation, and inventory management to meet customer demand and minimise lead times.- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and streamline operations.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, sales, and logistics, to ensure alignment and integration of operations with overall business objectives.- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and drive operational performance.- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, quality standards, and industry best practices.- Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to optimise procurement processes and maintain supply chain efficiency.Head of Operations– You:- Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.- Proven experience in operations management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence.- Demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiency.- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and inventory control.- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functional teams.- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving operational targets and business objectives.Head of Operations – Benefits:- Excellent annual leave entitlement- Competitive pension scheme- A variety of health and wellbeing programmesHow to Apply:To submit your CV for this exciting Head of Operations opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now!"I have no hesitation in recommending Elliot Marsh as an expert recruiter that identifies the best staff"
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