Operations Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate offering opportunity to be part of the firm s growth journey.

Job Context

Incorporated in 1938, LFL is an established British and global brand that operates in the fuse gear market with a focus on design, development and manufacture of low voltage High Rupture Capacity (HRC) fuse-links and associated fuse holders. LFL s products are ASTA certified and comply with IEC/BS standards and accepted throughout the world. With manufacturing facilities based in UK and India, LFL s global clientele is spread across several countries including (not limited to) UK, Middle East, Africa, India, Malaysia, Australia, South Korea and Hong Kong. With ISO 17025 ASTA certified R&D lab and ASTA certified manufacturing plants, LFL is keen on safety, quality and speed of product delivery. From 2018, LFL is part of Lucy Group which is a diversified international group head quartered in Oxford, UK and operates in multiple sectors including Power Distribution, Smart Lighting and Real Estate.

LFL is planning for a significant growth within the next 5 years, and our Indian plant (LLIPL) is the centre piece for this growth plan driving productivity, cost savings and throughput. Operations Manager will be responsible for transitioning the Indian plant to the next level.

Job Dimension

This is a full-time onsite role based in our Indian plant (Vadodara, Gujarat). This role reports to General Manager of the business based in UK and the main objective of this role will be to lead development and implementation of operational strategy for the business. This role requires an outstanding leader, communicator and exceptional team player who can lead and motivate the operations team.

Key activities of this role include the following:

Strategic operational plan for the business Development and Implementation

Tactical budget operational plan for the business Development and Implementation

Drive production and operational activities in line with monthly targets

Optimise cost and increase throughput and efficiency through automation

Quality assurance and control of both existing and new products

Timely delivery of products through optimised stock levels and increased efficiency / throughput of production lines.

Management of purchasing, supply chain and logistical activities

Promote Health and Safety and make the environment a safer space to work.

Key Accountabilities

These will include:

Oversee day to day operations of the plant. Develop and implement operational strategies and process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce costs and improve quality.

Create and implement medium term operational plan focusing on capacity management, workforce planning, equipment / facility modernisation, process improvements, supply chain strategy and new product development support.

Create and implement yearly budget operational plan focusing on production strategy to meet budgeted sales, cost saving initiatives, facility improvements, supply chain / purchasing efficiencies, Capex / Opex projects and headcount requirements.

Drive and manage business processes from acquiring raw materials and production through to sales.

Participate in weekly and monthly progress meetings and update the leadership team on agreed KPIs and performance against budget.

Work towards optimising material, labour and production overhead costs (where feasible) to increase gross profit for the operations.

Manage labour efficiencies and control labour and material ratios.

Controlling inventory levels, storage and focusing on stock turn targets.

Create automation roadmap for the plant and implement the same to reduce cost, increase throughput and efficiency.

Work towards meeting key KPIs including on time delivery, defects per parts per million, plant efficiency etc.

Identify, negotiate and implement supply chain for new product development activities. Further, manage and nurture strategic suppliers for the plant

Attract, retain and nurture production / operational talent within the team keeping medium term goals in mind.

Ensure H&S initiatives are well communicated within the plant and aspire for zero accidents on site. Encourage a safe work culture amongst employees.

Work with plant employees and strive for continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

15+ years experience within operational and production roles. Preferably 3 to 5 years experience as an operations manager.

Experience in working in a manufacturing environment, especially electrical circuit protection would be a major advantage.

Education: Ideal candidate will have a B.E / B. Tech qualification preferably a master s level in production / operations management.

Excellent knowledge of production management and quality requirements.

Experience in implementing lean manufacturing techniques

Experience in project managing change projects within a manufacturing set-up

Experience in establishing supply chain and production lines for new products

Expertise in interpreting financial data and experience in problem solving.

Experience in optimising and enhancing business systems (ERP) through process improvements

Exceptional organisational and time management skills

Experience in collaborating with global/ cross cultural teams.

Strong computer skills with high level of proficiency in Microsoft office and other related business systems.

Excellent interpersonal and business communication skills.

High level of initiative with the ability to self-motivate.

Works well independently and in team settings.

Good written and spoken English

Ability to travel globally

Able to work effectively with people from different cultures / backgrounds

Behavioural Competencies

Able to work under pressure & to challenging deadlines

Willingness to learn and develop

Ability to confidently motivate and provide direction to a cross functional team

Creative thinker and doer

Proactive can-do attitude

Maintain a high level of self-motivation and independence