Job Description

Infopro Digital is recruiting for a talented, highly ambitious, experienced Operations Manager to lead the UK professional operations business administration and customer services environment to sit within Infopro Digital's Automotive division. Infopro is a global organisation with 4,000 employees based in 18 Countries and a turnover of EUR550 million.


Haynes Group Limited are an established Automotive Data Solutions provider. For the last 11 years the business has consistently exceeded budgets, delivering double digit year-on-year growth. In 2020 Haynes Group was acquired by Infopro Digital as part of a larger strategic plan to become a global leader within the automotive data market.


It is an exciting time to join the organisation as you will be instrumental in driving new business growth and expansion.

What the role involves

Create a transparent, collaborative culture and operating environment between the Business Administration & CS teams, and the wider UK Commercial Environment, that maximizes client success and revenue growth. Being process orientated whilst being commercially aware and having a customer first attitude. Oversees the daily operations of the business administration and customer services environment ensuring efficiency, productivity, and provision of effective customer support across all product lines, for both our clients and internal stakeholders. Responsible for managing resources, optimizing processes, and implementing strategies to meet business objectives and customer objectives. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as a deep understanding of business operations and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities & duties

Leadership - Manage and lead one single / combined Business Administration & Customer Support Team, supporting the commercial environment and clients across all product disciplines. Overseeing daily operations: Ensuring smooth and efficient running of all operational aspects, including production, logistics, and service delivery. Resource management: Managing budgets, personnel, and other resources effectively. Process optimization: Identifying areas for improvement in workflow, productivity, and cost-effectiveness. Quality control: Implementing and maintaining quality standards for products and services. Compliance: Ensuring adherence to relevant health, safety, and legal regulations. Strategic planning: Contributing to the development and implementation of operational strategies. Team management: Leading, motivating, and developing teams to maximize performance. Reporting and analysis: Preparing reports on operational performance and analysing data to identify trends and areas for improvements

Requirements

You must have previous leadership and management skills, demonstrate the ability to lead, motivate, and develop a highly functional customer services environment. Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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versed ineffective communication with various stakeholders, both internally and externally. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

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Ability to Identify and resolve operational issues efficiently. Strategic thinker, ability to develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business goals. Knowledge of operational processes, an understanding of relevant business processes, such as production, planning, customer success and resource supply chain management. Excellent English communication (verbal and written) High level of computer literacy Outstanding customer relationship skills First class planning, organisational and administrative skills Proficient in MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Benefits

Generous base salary Bonus structure based on your own performance. 25 days annual holiday (rising to 30 days) Birthday day off Life Assurance Group pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and more Comprehensive product training and ongoing support from the UK General Manager and the wider Infopro Digital Automotive Group team

Learn more about us

Infopro Digital is a B2B group specialising in information and technology. With a presence in 18 countries, the group has 4,000 employees of 55 nationalities.

Infopro Digital connects professional communities.

Our brands are leaders in the five key economic sectors: construction and public sector, automotive, industry, risk & insurance, and retail.

With our solutions, decision makers make informed decisions and companies develop their business and performance in a sustainable way.

Equal Opportunities


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