Order Operations Manager

Location Salisbury
Discipline: Business Support
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £35k (c) + Team Bonus
Contact name: Liam McConnell

Contact email: liam@requireconsultancy.com
Job ref: JOB ID: 39398
Published: 9 days ago
Expiry date: 10 Oct 2025 23:59

​We’re looking for an Order Operations Manager to join a growing business supplying bespoke products nationwide. This is a pivotal role, sitting at the heart of all aspects of the supply function, Sales, Production, and Logistics.

You’ll make sure every order is managed and processed accurately, on time, and in full. A single detail missed can cause delays and disrupt trust so this role is all about getting it right first time, ensuring the smooth flow of operations and an excellent experience for customers.

Key areas of the Order Operations Manager role:

Order Processing

  • Process all customer orders within agreed timeframes

  • Cross-check product codes, measurements, fabrics, colours, and delivery details

  • Liaise with Sales to resolve missing or incorrect information

  • Enter details accurately into internal systems

Purchase Order Management

  • Create and issue POs to factories and suppliers with accurate ETAs

  • Place POs in time to meet customer delivery schedules

  • Monitor inbound goods and proactively chase late deliveries

  • Report and flag delays to maintain visibility

Order Amendments & Replacements

  • Process changes, corrections, or replacements quickly and accurately

  • Keep clear audit trails for every amended order or PO

  • Communicate updates with Sales, Production, Customer Service, and Transport

Production & Transport Coordination

  • Provide reliable delivery dates to Production Scheduling

  • Create electronic T-cards for the Transport Scheduler with correct information

  • Notify teams of any changes that could impact delivery

Data Accuracy & Process Improvement

  • Maintain zero-tolerance for data entry errors

  • Look for opportunities to improve manual processes and system efficiency

  • Communicate clearly with suppliers and colleagues to reduce mistakes

About You

✔ Highly organised, detail-driven, and accurate under pressure
✔ Strong communicator who can liaise confidently across teams and suppliers
✔ Proactive problem-solver you spot issues early and take ownership to resolve them
✔ Comfortable with order processing systems, data entry, and tracking
✔ Able to work to deadlines and juggle multiple priorities effectively

Why Apply?

  • Join a supportive, growing business with a strong reputation for service

  • Play a central role in ensuring customer satisfaction and operational flow

  • Work closely with Sales, Production, and Transport teams

  • Be part of a culture that values accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement

If you’re detail-focused, organised, and want to play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you. If you are from an Office Management, Operational background central to many aspects of a business then this could be the perfect blended role for you. Give Liam a call today.