Head of Operations

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This position has now been filled, but has been left on our website as we have other similar vacancies to this on an ongoing basis that might interest you. More importantly, we have vacancies that are not advertised due to their confidential nature therefore it would certainly be in your interest to email your CV, as a word document, depending on which sector you are in, to :-

Head of Packaging recruitment – Greg Nelson – greg@harrison-scott.co.uk

Head of Print recruitment–Neil Pearson – neil@harrison-scott.co.uk

Head Paper recruitment – Gary Young – gary@harrison-scott.co.uk

Board level, account management and all levels of sales vacancies –

George Thompson – george@harrison-scott.co.uk

Our divisional heads will then email your CV internally to the consultant who specialises in your exact sector, for example a category of packaging is cartons, a category of print is print management, in fact we have over 30 specialist categories. Our specialist consultant will contact you if we have a live vacancy that matches, or contact you in the near future as soon a good match to skill set and experience becomes available.

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We have a fantastic opportunity for a natural leader with a great attitude to become Head of Operations for a company that has established itself as an expert in direct mail, data management, postage solutions, print, storage and distribution. Combined with extensive knowledge, passion and high-end consultancy – our client has it all under one roof.

The overarching purpose of this role is the efficient and effective running of the business, working closely with the Board and Senior Teams. Key to this role is in promoting the brand and reputation towards being the best in the market by enhancing client services levels and productivity to be best in class. The Operations Manager also has overall responsibility for the performance of the Company and must ensure compliance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.

Under the guidance of the Board, the Head of Operations will work to drive strategies that will result in the company continuing their position as a high growth, profitable and cash generative company leading the way in their chosen markets.

Candidates must have at least 5 years/ experience working in a production environment in print or direct mail, good working knowledge of Lithographic, Digital and Direct Mail machinery capabilities, and a familiarity with postal services and products across DSA and Royal Mail. You will have managed operations in a business with employees in excess of 40 staff and have experience in using Print Management information systems.

Key roles and responsibilities will come under the categories of: Supplier Management & Procurement; Staffing and HR; Production, Productivity & Workflow; H&S;  Site maintenance & Upkeep; Environmental (ISO 14001); Insurance & Covenants; Capital Investment.

Skill Requirements

▪ Excellent PC skills including Word, Excel.

▪ Strong oral and written communication skills.

▪ Ability to make decisions and take responsibility

▪ Time Management.

▪ Organisational Skills

▪ Staff Management

▪ Ability to work under pressure to hit deadlines.

▪ Planning and control skills & a high level of attention to detail

▪ A skilled motivator, innovator, implementer.

▪ Ability to judge situations effectively and provide solutions as required.

▪ Spotting and harnessing future exceptional talent.

▪ Skilful in making difficult decisions where required and not taking the easy option.

▪ Exceptional commercial awareness.