Operation Manager at Owens and Xley

Description 

• In this role, under the supervision of the MD/CEO, you will be responsible for leading, directing and managing the day-to-day operational activities. As the Operations Manager, you will also provide oversight and monitor processes related to manufacturing and sales..

Strategy:

• Actively pursue the company’s strategic and operational objectives.
• Recommend strategies and advise the Creative Director on issues that pertain to the development of the company

Operations:

• Ensure operational activities remain on time and within a defined budget
• Track staffing requirements and oversee the hiring of new employees as needed
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Manage timely data collection to update operations metrics to achieve productivity targets, eliminate errors, and deliver excellent services
• Improve the efficiency of existing organizational processes and procedures to enhance and sustain the organization’s internal capacity
• Collaborate with and supervise cross-functional support teams in improving tools and systems for business efficiency
• Maintain constant communication with management, staff, and external stakeholders to ensure proper operations of the organization
• Work with the HR Consultant to organize and monitor implementation of periodic performance appraisals

Reporting:

• Conduct budget reviews and report cost plans to upper management.
• Track company-wide financial information and review reporting for management.
• Provide monthly reports on key operations of the company not limited to People, Finance, Production etc.
• Receive, review and compile reports from production and retail team.

Compliance:

• Ensure that the company’s activities remain compliant to statutory directives.
• Monitor and ensure compliance to all financial, human resource and safety compliance requirements

Technical Skills:

• Astute business acumen
• Ability to create and work with a budget
• Knowledge of accounting procedures
• Ability to create and interpret financial information.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Business process optimization skills

Requirments

• Qualifications: BSc/HND in a business-related field.
• Academic: Master’s degree in Business Administration is an added advantage.
• Experience: Minimum 6 years relevant experience.
• Experience in the fashion industry is compulsory

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership skills
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Time management.
• Ability to navigate stressful situations