MDR Consultancy are partnering with a long-established manufacturer and distributor of high-quality homeware products, based in Norfolk, to appoint an experienced Operations Manager to lead day-to-day site operations.
From Production to Dispatch, Warehouse to Compliance - you’ll be the person who keeps it all moving. Reporting into the UK Sales & Marketing Manager and working with senior leadership, your focus will be on creating consistency, clarity, and a smooth operational flow across the business.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your ability to lead, deliver and improve will be genuinely valued.
What you’ll be doing:
* Managing site operations across warehousing, production, and logistics
* Taking ownership of planning, performance and output across teams
* Overseeing supply chain coordination, customs and freight documentation
* Leading supplier relationships and procurement via MRP systems
* Maintaining FSC compliance and ensuring H&S standards are consistently met
* Supporting your team’s development, performance and wellbeing
* Acting as the link between production, dispatch and commercial direction
What you’ll bring:
To hit the ground running, we’re looking for:
* Experience in manufacturing, logistics or distribution operations
* Strong people management - confident, fair, and hands-on
* A structured approach to planning, processes and team development
* Confidence working with MRP systems for procurement and production flow
* A valid NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent)
* Working knowledge of FSC compliance or similar regulatory standards
* Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset - you see the bigger picture and take ownership of the details
Why apply?
You’ll be stepping into a business that’s well-established, growing steadily, and committed to doing things well. If you enjoy making operations work better - and want the scope to shape and stabilise the day-to-day - this is a brilliant opportunity to lead with clarity and impact.
Apply now or contact Shelley Measures on 07395 473 777for a confidential chat.
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