Interim Operations Transformation Director – Consumables
Duration:
6 Months
Location:
Oxford (predominantly on-site, with flexible working)
Day Rate / FTC:
Competitive & DOE
We are seeking an experienced
Interim Operations Transformation Director
to lead a critical
six-month transformation programme
within the consumables division of a highly successful Oxford-based bioanalytical instrumentation scale-up. This role is focused on
rapidly scaling
consumables operations — including
optical slides, calibrants, and reagents
— by strengthening
supply chain resilience, production efficiency, and quality control frameworks
.
The successful candidate will be an operational leader with a
strong transformation background
who can
stabilise current processes, implement scalable systems, and deliver immediate performance improvements
to enable the next phase of growth.
Key Objectives
* Deliver a
6-month transformation roadmap
focused on stabilisation, optimisation, and scalability of consumables operations.
* Rapidly assess current operational gaps and
implement quick wins
in supply chain, production, and quality.
* Strengthen relationships with
contract manufacturing organisations (CMOs)
and key suppliers to improve reliability and reduce lead times.
* Introduce
data-driven operational performance metrics
to improve visibility and decision-making.
* Establish a robust foundation for
long-term operational scalability
beyond the interim period.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Transformation
* Lead a focused transformation programme across consumables manufacturing, supply chain, and quality control.
* Rapidly diagnose operational bottlenecks and execute targeted process improvements.
* Design and implement scalable systems to support increased production volumes and new product introductions.
Supply Chain & Production Optimisation
* Strengthen end-to-end supply chain strategy, improving OTIF performance, yield, and cost control.
* Manage relationships with CMOs and critical suppliers, ensuring performance KPIs are met.
* Implement robust planning and scheduling processes to balance demand and capacity effectively.
Quality & Compliance
* Ensure consumables operations fully comply with relevant
ISO, GMP, and regulatory standards
.
* Partner with QA/RA to enhance quality systems and ensure readiness for audits and CAPAs.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
* Provide decisive leadership to operations, production, and supply chain teams during the transformation period.
* Act as the key operational interface at the senior leadership level, reporting on transformation progress and risks.
* Mentor and upskill team members to embed a culture of continuous improvement.
Candidate Profile
* Proven track record as an
Operations Director, Site Lead, or Transformation Leader
within consumables, biotech, medical devices, or similar regulated manufacturing environments.
* Experience
leading short-term transformation programmes
in scaling, high-growth businesses.
* Strong expertise in supply chain optimisation, production planning, and quality management.
* Knowledge of
ISO and GMP
standards with experience managing audits and compliance frameworks.
* Hands-on, data-driven, and comfortable
delivering rapid change
while aligning with long-term strategic goals.