Head of Operations

About the CompanyHighly successful SME, international, Electronics Manufacturing company currently seek to recruit a motivated and experienced Head of operations to undertake a challenging, office based, position at newly refurbished offices based in Slough.About the RoleReporting to the UK Managing Director the Head of Operations will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of purchasing, production and supply chain within a dynamic and expanding business. The Head of Operations will adopt a forward thinking, strategic approach to ensure that the organisation can meet customer demand within a highly challenging market.ResponsibilitiesUndertake full responsibility for the purchasing function requiring direct negotiation with key component suppliers and subcontract manufacturing businesses.Manage the company production department with full responsibility for utilising KPIs to drive process improvements.Oversee the sales operations team to ensure all customer orders are processed within agreed corporate timescales.Manage all processes and KPIs across; purchasing, production and supply chain through effective administration of the company ERP and MRP systems.Ensure full visibility regarding product or material shortfalls and predicted lead times.Undertake full control of the supply chain and inventory function to maintain a consistent flow of required components and an efficient manufacturing process.Drive continuous improvements within the Operations team to improve ..... full job details .....