We are looking for a proactive and experienced Operations Manager to lead and scale core operational teams across Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Production for a high-growth company operating within the wellness and sports nutrition manufacturing sector both B2B and B2C.
Role Overview
As Operations Manager, you will lead a high-impact operations function—driving performance across production, procurement, logistics, inventory, and warehousing. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership and work alongside other supply chain stakeholders to ensure supply meets demand, operations run smoothly, and strategic targets are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
Lead planning, forecasting, and quality control initiatives
Drive continuous improvement across product output and consistency
Own supplier relationships, sourcing, and cost negotiations
Forecast demand and align procurement strategy accordingly
Ensure accurate stock levels across all sales channels
Improve SOPs, workflow automation, and efficiency across departments
Champion Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement practices
Ensure operational compliance with H&S standards and legal requirements
Lead safety audits, policy documentation, and training programmes
Maintain food safety, labelling, and manufacturing compliance
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Skills:
Proven experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing or supply chain setting
Production Planning Experience
Proficiency with ERP systems (Oracle NetSuite experience preferred)
Strong team leadership and cross-functional management skills
Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Excellent communication, data analysis, and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise and thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
This is a 5 days on-site role
Salary banding is from £40,000 - £50,000 + bonus and benefits.
Unfortunately sponsorship is not available for this role.