Operations Manager Location: Pulborough & Southwater, West Sussex Salary: c£90,000 Performance Bonus Excellent Benefits Reporting To: UK Managing Director (Functional reporting to SVP Global Ops) Direct Reports: 8 (Manufacturing, Purchasing, Planning, Stores, ME, NPI, CI, Facilities) and 118 Indirect Reports A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to lead two key UK sites for a global technology business. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility across Manufacturing, Planning, Stores, Engineering, New Product Introduction (NPI), Facilities, and Continuous Improvement in a high mix, low volume electronics manufacturing environment. As part of the site's Executive Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in setting and delivering strategic objectives, driving operational excellence, and leading a collaborative, Lean-focused culture. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver site goals and strategic plans aligned with corporate objectives. Drive operational performance, ensuring flexibility, agility, and on-time delivery to customers. Establish and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and action plans to achieve manufacturing excellence. Provide strong leadership across multiple operational teams, motivating staff to deliver results. Identify skills gaps, develop talent, and embed a culture of high engagement and accountability. Implement Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to deliver continuous improvement and cost efficiency. Manage budgets and costs effectively while ensuring quality, reliability, and safety. Act as a key customer champion, building trust and ensuring that products meet quality and delivery expectations. Ensure compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, Health & Safety, and statutory regulations. About You Proven track record (10 years) managing complex operations within advanced electronics manufacturing. Strong background in high mix, low volume production and custom product lines. Excellent understanding of ERP/MRP systems, production processes, and material selection. Lean/Six Sigma certified (minimum Green Belt) with demonstrable success in driving transformation. Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills. Confident engaging with OEM customers and external stakeholders. Strong commercial acumen with budget management experience. Proficient with Microsoft 365, Power BI, and advanced Excel for performance analysis. Why Join? This is a senior-level opportunity to shape the operations of two strategically important UK sites, driving efficiency, performance, and innovation within a world-class organisation. You'll enjoy: Competitive salary (£90,000) Executive-level benefits package The opportunity to make a significant impact in a global business A leadership role at the heart of operational strategy and execution If you are a highly motivated Operations Leader with a passion for excellence and continuous improvement, apply now to take the next step in your career