Operations Manager
Job Description
We are looking for a motivated Operations Manager to oversee and support the daily operations of our branch. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating operational activities across the yard and commercial office, leading the local Operations team, and ensuring efficient logistics, inventory, and operational processes. Ideally, you bring experience from the scaffolding industry and enjoy combining operational execution with people leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Management of the Branch Operations team
Manage daily operations following the company standard operating procedures in the area of yard and commercial office
Plan and control material requirements and logistic processes for the country
Analyse, prepare and interpret KPIs to improve operational performance
Inventory and demand management which includes quarterly Forecasting process (Demand Planning) as well as operative management of inventory levels
Cost centre and investment planning in the area of Operations
Planning and optimization of staff and material expenses
Take care of data quality and efficiency in the commercial office
Work with the Yard manager to effectively lead the branch team ensure procedures are followed
Work with the team to manage transport requirements and the costs of freight and haulage
Identify any areas for operational improvement of productivity and efficiency within the branch and its operations.
Responsible for the compliance with local laws and regulations (work safety, environment)
Coordination and carrying out of staff development programs for Operations employees in the branches
We are looking for a motivated Operations Manager to oversee and support the daily operations of our branch. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating operational activities across the yard and commercial office, leading the local Operations team, and ensuring efficient logistics, inventory, and operational processes. Ideally, you bring experience from the scaffolding industry and enjoy combining operational execution with people leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Management of the Branch Operations team
Manage daily operations following the company standard operating procedures in the area of yard and commercial office
Plan and control material requirements and logistic processes for the country
Analyse, prepare and interpret KPIs to improve operational performance
Inventory and demand management which includes quarterly Forecasting process (Demand Planning) as well as operative management of inventory levels
Cost centre and investment planning in the area of Operations
Planning and optimization of staff and material expenses
Take care of data quality and efficiency in the commercial office
Work with the Yard manager to effectively lead the branch team ensure procedures are followed
Work with the team to manage transport requirements and the costs of freight and haulage
Identify any areas for operational improvement of productivity and efficiency within the branch and its operations.
Responsible for the compliance with local laws and regulations (work safety, environment)
Coordination and carrying out of staff development programs for Operations employees in the branches
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