An operations manager plays a vital role in ensuring that the day-to-day operations of a business run smoothly. They are responsible for ensuring that effective methods are put into place so that the company of employment runs to its maximum productivity.
The main responsibilities of an operations manager include handling the logistics of the organisation, preparing budgets and inventories, and overseeing the supervision of employees. The job holder will be expected to harness a working environment which encourages team work, energy and creativity. To achieve this, they should have strong leadership and excellent problem-solving skills along with good communication skills.
This role requires someone with the ability to think on their feet and make quick decisions with little hesitation. Candidates should ideally be educated to degree level in a relevant field.
The salary for this role can vary from £26,000 to anywhere up to £50,000 per annum depending on the organisation. Some roles include a commission structure which may add in excess of £10,000 to the annual salary for this job.

• Strong organisational skills
• Be able to multitask
• Be able to use computer applications effectively
• Have prior experience in operational management
• Efficiently communicate both verbally and in written form
• Have comprehensive knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, design, testing and implementation
• Have leadership and supervisory skills
• Have interpersonal skills
• Be able to work with teams
• Be able to coordinate with other departments
• Excellent project, planning, change and time management capabilities
• Be cordial and professional
• Be innovative
• Have good judgement and decision making skills

Operational managers must have both a qualifying degree and a successful working experience in operational management. The bachelors or masters degree should be in operational management or other business related area.