Mane Contract Services
Operations Manager
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About the Role
My client is seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager to lead and optimise operational performance within a complex engineering and manufacturing environment.
This is a pivotal leadership role where you will be responsible for driving operational excellence across complex, mission-critical programmes.
You will be leading daily operations within an Integrated Product Team (IPT), ensuring the successful delivery of products against quality, cost, and schedule requirements. Acting as the bridge between engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, you will play a key role in translating strategy into execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead operational delivery, ensuring demand and supply are aligned across programmes
- Drive performance against key KPIs including on-time delivery, quality, and efficiency
- Manage and develop teams within a matrix structure, creating a high-performance culture
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles
- Own cost performance, resource planning, and capacity management
- Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and supply chain to ensure programme success
- Engage with stakeholders and customers to meet and exceed expectations
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What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in operations leadership within defence, aerospace, or a regulated manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of programme delivery and operational performance metrics
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma
- Confident leadership style with the ability to influence across multiple functions
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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Why Apply?
You will be joining a cooperative and forward-thinking organisation, where you will have the opportunity to shape operations, influence strategic delivery, and lead improvement in a complex and rewarding environment.
We offer flexible working, strong benefits, and excellent development opportunities, alongside the chance to work on meaningful, high-impact programmes.
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Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
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