Operations Manager

Our client has a smaller design and manufacturing site in Budapest (30 FTE). They are looking for an Operations Manager, who supports the GM closely by workflow stability.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage departmental coordination across logistics, finance, and manufacturing.
2. Manage client relationships, ensuring service expectations are met and exceeded.
3. Initiate and supervise IT related improvement projects (such as ERP implementation).
4. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
5. Review and supervise all agreements, NDA, suppliers, subcontractors, etc.
6. Liaise with external contractors, including insurance providers, shipping companies, bank, office suppliers, etc.
7. Assist with hiring of new staff as required.
8. Establish and manage the supply chain for the office including everything from hardware, furniture to daily kitchen supplies and stationery.
1. Design and execute a variety of events, including team building events, holiday parties etc;
10. Vendor Management: Negotiate contracts and maintain relationships with cleaning services, security, catering, and maintenance providers
11. Manage the office operations budget, tracking expenses and identifying opportunities for cost-saving without compromising.

Requirements:

1. University Degree is required.
2. 5–8+ years in office management or business operations. Manufacturing environment is preferred
3. Experience in managing a small team.
4. Strong organizational, contract, and stakeholder management skills; excellent written and verbal communication.
5. Proficiency with Microsoft and procurement/ERP.
6. Fluent in English and Hungarian language.
7. Exceptional interpersonal skills to foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Location:

Budapest XXII.