Sperry Marine is a leading supplier of navigation, communication, information, and automation systems for commercial marine and naval markets. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, we have an extensive international presence across Europe, the Americas and Asia, employing almost 400 people across ten countries.
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to support our Asian offices. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimising operational activities across multiple sites within the APAC region. You will ensure efficient logistics, customs compliance, warehouse management, purchasing, and adherence to EHS and ISO standards. You will also lead continuous improvement initiatives that support our business objectives and drive operational excellence. Key responsibilities include:
Logistics Management
- Plan, coordinate, and monitor inbound and outbound transportation to ensure timely delivery.
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements.
- Liaise with brokers and authorities to resolve clearance issues promptly.
- Oversee inventory accuracy, stock replenishment, and storage optimization.
- Implement best practices for warehouse safety and efficiency.
- Manage and maintain IFS for operational data accuracy and reporting.
- Manage and Review APAC Sites Safety Stock for Service and Sales.
- Support to generate APAC Sites’ distribution Order into IFS, when needed.
Purchasing & Procurement
- Execute project related purchasing to meet operational needs within budget, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
- Manage supplier relationships and evaluate performance for cost-effectiveness and quality.
Quality & Safety
- Ensure compliance with company, local and international Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) regulations.
- Drive safety culture through regular site safety walks, audits, staff training, and incident prevention programs.
- Lead ISO 9001 management and certification, ensuring internal audits successfully support recertification.
- Maintain documentation and implement corrective actions whilst driving continuous improvement activities.
- Oversight EHS metric reports (via site EHS champion) and driving CO2 reductions within site specific boundary.