£50K/yr to £60K/yr
Wealden, England
Permanent, Variable

Head of Operations

Posted by First Recruitment Services.

Are you a motivated, experienced Senior Level Manager with a background in manufacturing or eCommerce and ready for a step up to Head of Operations? You will lead plans for expansion while as Head of Operations you will be playing a key role in overseeing operations, managing people and driving growth strategies.

Job duties of the Head of Operations are to:

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to grow the business and expand market reach.
  • Build and nurture a high-performing team by recruiting, training, and mentoring employees.
  • Drive product development initiatives from concept to production, ensuring alignment with design and quality standards.
  • Oversee multi-channel eCommerce activities, including website management, marketing campaigns, and sales optimisation.
  • Monitor financial performance and budgetary compliance, implementing measures to enhance profitability and cost-efficiency.
  • Develop and refine operational processes to improve efficiency and maximize productivity.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, partners, and stakeholders to support business objectives.

Skills and experience required:

  • Proven experience in a senior managerial role within the manufacturing and/or ecommerce industry.
  • Hands-on experience in managing operations at a senior level.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve goals.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in project management, budgeting, and financial analysis.
  • Familiarity with design processes and creative industries is a plus.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for driving business growth and innovation.

Company benefits:

  • Laptop/equipment to enable you to work from home
  • Flexible working
  • Generous holiday package: 28 days (inc bank holidays) plus 3 days for closure between Christmas and New Year
  • Additional holiday for length of service
  • A day off on your Birthday
  • Quarterly team get-togethers, from dinners to Escape rooms.
  • Staff discount
  • CompanyCharity Volunteer day
  • As much tea and coffee as you can drink!
  • Free on-site parking

If this sounds like the perfect next step for you, please apply.

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.