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