Operations Manager Contract Jobs in Birmingham
Product Marketing Manager III -Program operations specialist
Posted 3 days ago by Pyramid Consulting, Inc.
Key ResponsibilitiesAccomplish marketing human resource objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, and co...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Sign UpInterim Depot Operations Manager (6 Months)
Posted 4 days ago by Michael Page
The Interim Depot Operations Manager will oversee the daily operations, ensuring smooth and efficient management of ware...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Senior Manager, Data & Analytics Product Strategic Operations
Posted 4 days ago by ServiceNow, Inc.
Company DescriptionIt all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Ph...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Austin, Texas
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Sign UpSenior Operations Manager (18 Month FTC)
Posted 5 days ago by London & Partners Ltd
DescriptionPurpose of role Help turn ambitious programme plans into effective delivery across London and the UK. As Seni...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton
Interim Operations Manager - Engineering
Posted 1 week ago by Ganymede Solutions
The OpportunityWe are recruiting an Interim Operations Manager for an established engineering and machinery manufacturin...
- Rate £500 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Not specified
- Location Appletongate, Newark (NG24), NG24 1DH
Contract EMEA Operations Project Manager
Posted 1 week ago by Redline Group Ltd
Redline Group is seeking an experienced Contract Operations Project Manager to support a leading aerospace and defence e...
- Rate £500 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Onsite
- Location Aldermaston, Reading (RG7), RG7 2PQ
Senior Project Manager (Integrated Supply Operations Apps) @ W2 Role
Posted 1 week ago by BURGEON IT SERVICES LLC
Mandatory skillsProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementIT Project DeliveryJob DescriptionLead project planning, executi...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Remote
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Sign UpHardware Break/Fix Operations Manager (Technology Management) | Level 2
Posted 1 week ago by New York Technology Partners
Job DescriptionEDC North American Hardware Break/Fix Operations ManagerReporting to: AMER Head of Hardware Break/FixEnte...
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- Work type Hybrid
- Location Remote
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About Our Operations Manager Contract Roles in Birmingham
What does a operations manager contractor do?
Operations Manager contractors are engaged to lead and manage the day-to-day operational delivery of a business unit, function, or service, taking accountability for the performance, efficiency, and quality of operations during a period of transition, growth, or specific operational challenge. The role varies considerably by sector and context: in manufacturing, an Operations Manager leads production scheduling, quality management, and workforce planning; in logistics and distribution, they manage warehousing, transport, and fulfilment; in professional services, they oversee service delivery, resource utilisation, and client operational relationships; in contact centre environments, they manage staffing, performance, and quality across customer-facing operations. Contractors are brought in to cover a vacancy, manage a specific operational improvement programme, or provide experienced operations leadership during a period of significant business change.
Clients expect Operations Manager contractors to bring are built on a foundation of practical operations management experience in a comparable environment. The ability to diagnose operational performance issues quickly, implement changes that improve efficiency and quality, manage and develop operational teams, and report clearly on operational performance against KPIs is the core competency profile. Experience with the relevant operational management tools and systems, whether WMS, TMS, ERP production modules, or workforce management platforms, is expected depending on the sector. Knowledge of lean and continuous improvement methodologies, capacity planning, and operational risk management is widely valued. The ability to manage supplier and partner relationships, engage effectively with commercial and finance stakeholders on operational performance, and lead operational teams through periods of change is consistently expected at senior level.
What is the market like for operations manager contractors?
Contract Operations Manager work sits within a reliably busy market across manufacturing, logistics, retail, professional services, and contact centre environments. Demand is driven by the operational complexity of managing large teams and facilities, the frequency of operational leadership vacancies given the challenges of retaining operational managers, and the specific project demand created by operational improvement and transformation programmes. The logistics and supply chain sector has been particularly active as e-commerce growth and supply chain resilience investment have driven significant operational change programmes. Rates reflect the scope of operational responsibility and sector complexity, with senior Operations Managers on large or complex programmes commanding rates that reflect the direct commercial impact of their performance.
What is the contracting market like in Birmingham?
HSBC's UK headquarters, alongside substantial operations from other major banks and insurers, anchors Birmingham's position as the UK's second largest commercial centre for contractor demand. HS2 and wider infrastructure investment across the West Midlands have added a layer of construction, engineering, and programme delivery work that is expected to persist for several years. Central government departments with Birmingham offices, including HMRC and the Home Office, contribute a steady volume of digital, project, and operational delivery roles. The city offers a broad spread of contracting disciplines rather than concentrating in one sector, which makes it resilient to downturns in any single industry. Disciplines tied to infrastructure and construction can command premiums where specialist experience is scarce, even as rates for more general roles sit comfortably below the capital.
How much do operations manager contractors usually earn in Birmingham?
Contract rates for operations manager roles in Birmingham typically range from £350 to £700 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many operations manager vacancies in Birmingham are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 200 operations manager contract roles across the site, with Birmingham representing a strong share. Data reviewed up to September 2026.