Operations/Processing Manager - ITAD/Electronics Refurbishment

Operations / Processing Manager
£35,000 - £40,000 DOE | South Yorkshire | Full Time | Permanent | Day Shift
Hands-On Leadership Role in Fast-Growing ITAD Business
We're working with a rapidly growing business within the IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) and electronics refurbishment sector, looking for a hands-on Operations / Processing Manager to lead a busy, high-volume processing facility.
This is a real operational leadership role - you'll be on the floor every day driving performance, solving problems, and ensuring IT equipment is processed efficiently, securely, and to a high standard from intake through to dispatch.
If you enjoy fast-paced environments where no two days are the same, and you can bring structure, pace, and leadership to a busy operation - this will suit you.
What You'll Be Doing

Take full ownership of daily operations within an ITAD / refurbishment processing environment
Lead and support supervisors, team leaders, and operational staff
Drive KPIs across productivity, throughput, quality, and operational efficiency
Oversee end-to-end flow of IT assets through secure processing stages
Maintain strong stock control, accuracy, and chain of custody discipline
Identify bottlenecks and implement practical, fast-moving improvements
Ensure compliance with H&S, quality, and operational standards
Work closely with logistics, compliance, and senior leadership teamsWhat We're Looking For

Experience in ITAD, electronics refurbishment, warehouse, logistics, manufacturing or similar process-driven environments
Strong people leadership experience in operational settings
Proven ability to manage KPIs and drive performance
Hands-on, visible leadership style (not office-based management)
Strong problem-solving skills in fast-moving environments
Confident communicator who can engage teams at all levelsNice to Have

ITAD / secure asset processing / electronics refurbishment experience
ERP / WMS / inventory systems exposure
Lean / 5S / continuous improvement mindset
IOSH / NEBOSH or H&S awarenessWhy Apply?

High-impact leadership role with real ownership of site performance
Opportunity to shape operations in a growing ITAD business
Fast-paced, dynamic environment with variety every day
Clear progression opportunities as the business expands
Supportive leadership team with autonomy in the roleApply Now
If you're looking for a hands-on leadership role within the ITAD / electronics refurbishment sector, where you can genuinely influence performance and process - apply today
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed