Light & Wonder · Manchester
Manufacturing & Operations
Light & Wonder is hiring a Operations Manager in Manchester, England. Posted 15 August 2026. Apply directly on Light & Wonder's own careers site — no account needed.
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Position Summary
As Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for leading our warehouse, inventory, repair and logistics operations while transforming how operational data drives decision-making across the function.
We're looking for a leader who is equally comfortable reviewing operational KPIs, inventory trends and forecasting data as they are leading teams, improving processes and solving day-to-day operational challenges. Success in this role will come from combining strong operational leadership with a proactive, analytical approach to improving performance, inventory accuracy, customer service and cost efficiency.
We're looking for people who are full of ideas, want to challenge the norm and work to our core values…
Dare to be Bold - We always bring courage to work to reach for the unbelievable.
Uphold Integrity - We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.
Never Settle - We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.
Celebrate Perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.
Win as a Team – We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.
Lead day-to-day operations across warehousing, inventory management, repair operations and logistics, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of business objectives.
Own operational performance across the function, using KPIs, dashboards and reporting to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
Analyse inventory, service, productivity and cost performance data to identify trends, risks and opportunities and implement measurable improvements.
Develop inventory strategies and planning approaches that optimise service levels, inventory accuracy, working capital and operational efficiency.
Use operational data to improve forecasting, resource planning, capacity management and operational readiness.
Drive improvements to ERP/MRP systems, reporting capabilities and operational workflows to increase visibility, efficiency and control.
Develop and enhance dashboards, reporting tools and performance metrics that support operational and strategic decision-making.
Identify opportunities to automate processes, reduce manual activity and leverage AI-enabled tools to improve operational performance.
Lead warehousing, inventory control, repair, refurbishment and transport activities to ensure customer commitments and operational targets are achieved.
Build and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and data-driven decision making.
Partner with Finance, Engineering, Purchasing, Quality and IT teams to improve planning, inventory management, operational performance and business processes.
Lead Lean, Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives, using data and root cause analysis to deliver sustainable improvements.
What You'll Bring
Qualifications
Lean / Six Sigma or APICS certification. (Desirable)
How You'll Grow
Play a key role in developing and evolving our global materials planning and logistics capability.
Lead strategic initiatives that improve service, inventory performance, and operational excellence across the business.
Gain exposure to senior leaders, global operations, and business-critical transformation projects in a growing international organisation.
What can we offer you?
Annual performance bonus
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Up to 8% employer pension contributions
Private medical insurance
Remote GP access
1 day off for charitable work
1 day off for your birthday or personal celebration
Half Day for Health (dedicated time for your wellbeing)
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Reward platform with cycle-to-work scheme and discounts/cashback
Elective benefits (Tastecard, travel, dental, Give As You Earn)
Study support
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Please note, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time. If you require visa sponsorship now or in the future we will not be able to progress with your application.
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