Operations Manager
We’re seeking an Operations Manager to kickstart our manufacturing and to manage a key part of our rapidly expanding company. In this role, you will be responsible for several areas, including initial set up of a new premises, hiring staff and preparing the operation in an efficient and ambitious manner. This is a huge opportunity to play an essential part in a fast growing start up who have just announced their first product. Therefore, we are open to different experience levels, but importantly are looking for someone mature, passionate and hungry. Your responsibilities will include:
- Scouting and establishing a location for both manufacturing and logistics
- Recruiting a team of junior specialists
- Handling your teams management and HR-related
- Overseeing both manufacturing and logistics operations
- Procuring and negotiating for mechanical components
- Managing the customer order process, from Purchase order to invoice, while keeping customers updated and maintaining regular communication
- Taking ownership and assuming responsibility
- Working with the Senior management team to maximise yield and improve company operations
- Developing product servicing strategies
Key Requirements
The ideal candidate will be organised with a meticulous attention to detail and have:
- A background in logistics or manufacturing
- Experience and a passion for the Audio Industry
- Experience in successfully running a team of both full-time staff and freelancers
- A network of local freelance staff
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask
- IT literacy and experience of using inventory management systems
- Ability to show leadership
- Financial awareness
We would be highly impressed if you possess any of the following additional qualifications:
- Knowledge of electronics
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Experience both personally, and running teams in servicing or prepping equipment
Additional Information
- Location: TBC (location chosen on candidate)
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Laptop and relevant software provided