Programme Operations Manager – Componentry

Position: Programme Operations Manager – Componentry (Permanent, Contract)
Fit Out UK delivers high-quality interior fit-outs, in-house manufacturing, logistics and installation for major banking and commercial clients. We are seeking a senior operations leader to take full end-to-end ownership of our componentry supply chain — from design alignment and procurement through manufacturing, quality, logistics, site installation and handover.

This autonomous role focuses on establishing a reliable, forecast-driven, quality-assured and commercially controlled operating model to support complex multi-site programmes.

Core Responsibilities

* Own demand forecasting, master component lists & frozen windows

* Secure & track manufacturing capacity & schedules

* Implement robust QC, stop-ship & NCR processes

* Ensure procurement transparency & risk management

* Enforce cross-functional design sign-off & change control

* Set packaging, logistics, sequencing & proof-of-delivery standards

* Drive standardised site handover & snag management

* Maintain cost guardrails & visibility

* Onboard & qualify alternate suppliers

* Chair programme reviews, maintain dashboard & RACI

Authority

* Stop-ship / stop-install on critical risks

* Freeze schedules & reject unapproved changes

* Allocate capacity & trigger contingencies

Candidate Profile

* 10+ years leading complex fit-out / manufacturing / supply chain operations with multi-site delivery

* Proven E2E componentry programme ownership in high-stakes environments

* Strong in scheduling, QC, MRP, logistics standards & commercial control

* Experience managing main contractors & tier-2 suppliers

* Data-driven, calm under pressure, excellent communicator

If you have the track record to stabilise and control demanding componentry supply chains, please apply.

Submit CV + brief note on your relevant experience