Operations Director

• A brilliant opportunity to develop your career
• Join a growing, well-resourced business

About Our Client

North Devon Electronics (NDE) is a part of the Goonvean Group, which is an investor for growing companies, operating across a diverse set of industries. The Group employs approximately 500 staff across 16 sites within the UK. NDE is positioned for significant growth following investments into their 3 sites.

Job Description

Strategic Leadership

• Collaborate with the MD and senior leadership to develop and execute the operational strategy aligned with business goals.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable operational plans, associated KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Provide regular reporting to the MD on operational performance, quality and opportunities.

Operational Oversight

• Lead and oversee daily operations across 3 sites, with multiple departments such as production, customer service and quality control.
• Develop and implement efficient systems, processes, and policies to improve productivity and quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, legal regulations, and internal policies.

Team Leadership and Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop multi-site teams and functional heads.
• Promote a culture of accountability, performance excellence, and CI
• Champion employee engagement and effective change management practices.

Financial & Resource Management

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, both for operational expenses and capex requirements
• Identify areas to improve cost-efficiency without compromising service or quality.

Risk & Quality Management

• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and other regulatory requirements.
• Monitor operational risks, production quality and implement mitigation strategies.
• Establish systems for monitoring quality, customer satisfaction, and productivity.

The Successful Applicant

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Operations Director. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, process improvement, and organisational skills to drive efficiency, quality, and growth.

• Proven experience (7+ years) in a senior operations role within a growing or complex organisation.
• Strong leadership, people management, and organisational development skills.
• Demonstrated success in driving operational efficiency, process optimisation, and change initiatives.
• Commercial acumen and experience managing budgets and financial performance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skill
• Degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field; MBA or equivalent is a plus.

What's on Offer

A supportive, high-performance culture and the significant resources of the wider group will offer you a solid foundation for this career-defining role. A competitive salary, bonus scheme, private health care, company car and pension are on offer.