Engage Talent Partners are supporting our client to recruit for a Senior Operations Manager.
Our Aberdeen-based client is a recognised leader in the engineering and manufacturing sector, currently navigating an exciting phase of growth and transformation. This is a standout opportunity to take on a senior leadership role that will shape the future of the company’s operational performance and drive lasting impact across the business.
You will lead a high-performing team and be responsible for delivering strategic and day-to-day operational objectives. From capacity planning to continuous improvement, and from financial performance to supply chain integration - your expertise will play a pivotal role in maintaining quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implementation of an operational strategy to meet all business performance targets.
- Oversee production planning and capacity alignment to ensure projects are delivered on time and within agreed margins.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, embedding lean methodologies such as Six Sigma, 5S and Kaizen across the business.
- Manage departmental KPIs and reporting structures, ensuring data-driven decisions and timely corrective actions.
- Champion cross-functional collaboration with engineering, sales and supply chain to maintain quality and consistency across all deliverables.
- Monitor and manage budgets, forecast performance trends and support financial planning to enhance return on sales.
The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in a senior operational role, with a proven track record of leading teams, driving performance improvements, and implementing scalable systems and processes. Strong stakeholder management, strategic thinking, and commercial awareness are essential.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a business committed to innovation and operational excellence. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary package and have the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making at a senior level.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, submit your CV today for immediate consideration.