Operations ManagerOversee the training and supervising of employees, monitor department's compliance with operational policies, and keeping up-to-date with the progress of administrative duties. Planning and executing departmental budgets.This job contributes to organizational success by:Line management of the Group Leaders who ensure the delivery of the daily workload, offering coaching, support and guidance as required to ensure all team members can perform at their bestOverseeing the routine review of orders to enable effective planning of workload and target resources accordinglySystematic analysis of stock targets ensuring stock levels are aligned to relevant sales and PEI TargetsEnsuring that the duties are carried out and that all procedures are conducted in compliance with the Regulatory requirementsEnsuring consistent compliance within their teams with regard to biosecurity, animal welfare, work instructions, policy and proceduresWorking alongside senior management, project management and customer service to liaise with customers as required with regard to tenders, proposals or complex/challenging ordersProviding technical expertise to support other areas of the business and to provide support to customer projects as requiredSupporting Group Leaders with employee relations issues around attendance, performance or conduct; working alongside senior management and Human Resources as requiredEnsuring that animals and samples shipped to clients are in accordance with client specifications and to Company standardsEnsuring that operational areas and equipment are routinely monitored and that repairs are arranged and completed in conjunction with the Facilities teamDriving training plans for colleagues to ensure that training needs are identified, addressed and verified, offering development opportunities to support retention and employee engagementProviding a working environment that is in accordance with the Company's health and safety policiesHaving an overview of resource levels throughout the year, carefully managing annual leave and time off and ensuring that staffing levels are appropriateRecruiting new team members from business case to onboarding including interview and selectionBeing actively involved in customer auditsSupporting and implementing procedures necessary for compliance with Inotiv's various initiativesEnsuring the maintenance of Vet Health recordsEnsuring that those adequate accurate records of breeding history and performance are maintained on the Colony Management Program and that the correct replacement breeding systems are implementedDeputizing for senior management as requestedTo undertake other reasonable duties as requested by managementAdhere to all regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedure principles for utilizationPerform miscellaneous duties, as assignedQualifications:Minimum High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experienceAALAC certification a plus1-3 years of leadership experience1-3 years' experience in Animal CareExcellent organizational and interpersonal skillsExcellent attention to detailExceptional verbal and written communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint) with willingness and ability to learn company-specific systems and softwareThe ability to maintain confidentiality and to operate with the highest of ethical standards, discretion, and professionalismAbility to effectively prioritize and complete multiple tasks and demandsLift up to 50lbs on occasionStand/walk on concrete for at least 2 hours at a timeFrequently bend, reach, push, pull, squat and lift