Operations Manager Location: Clyde - Helensburgh (On-site 4-5 days per week) Contract Length: 12 Months IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC (Security Clearance required) About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join a dynamic team within the Supply Operations Team for one of our defence public sector clients. This role will play a crucial part in supporting submarine maintenance periods by ensuring essential stores support and proactive planning to prevent supply-related delays. You will be responsible for stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and decision-making to enhance operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Assist in monitoring budgetary expenditure. Utilise IT systems and communication tools to track daily operations and performance. Support the day-to-day management of in-service support delivery within the Supply Operations Team. Monitor, analyse, and interpret data to identify trends, risks, and issues. Ensure the timely provision of materials and contribute to efficient operations in line with customer requirements and delivery plans. Manage risks, issues, and dependencies while effectively communicating changes with stakeholders.Required Skills & Experience: Experience of stakeholder management and delivering customer service. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams). Demonstrable ability to review and interpret data. Experience in customer service. Strong problem-solving skills and an analytical mindset.Additional Role-Specific Responsibilities: Provide alternative procurement and stores support to enhance team agility in addressing emergent demands that require bespoke approaches and rapid solutions. Work closely with Joint Project Teams (JPTs) to mitigate supply chain challenges and improve submarine availability by reducing delays in Base Maintenance Periods (BMP). Improve team cohesion by supporting large engineering projects and handling complex store-related issues effectively. Interrogate LOG Inventory systems to determine stock availability and demand progression. Liaise with ship staff, maintenance managers, and inventory teams to enhance supply chain efficiency. Deliver performance reports by interpreting and analysing data to identify trends, risks, and issues