Manager - Operations
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About the Role
KATIM is looking for a proactive Lead - Operations to own end-to-end delivery of projects across multiple operational functions. The role requires 3-6 years of experience in project coordination/operations, procurement, finance or logistics, preferably in technology-driven sectors.
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Responsibilities
- Assume full responsibility for all assigned project operations – from kickoff through logical closure
- Ensure accountability, traceability and hand over of deliverables at every project phase
- Drive coordination activities as maybe required ensuring timely delivery of materials and services
- Track project timelines, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks that could impact delivery schedules
- Coordinate with technical stakeholders to maintain project momentum
- Partner with Finance to reconcile purchase orders, invoices and expense reports
- Generate regular spend vs budget reports and flag variances for corrective action
- Manage PR/PO workflows, vendor documentation and payment tracking in co ordination with the Procurement team
- Identify operational risks early, log them in the risk register and drive timely mitigation, facilitating rapid decision making
- Produce and maintain core artefacts – project plans, status dashboards, risk registers, meeting minutes, technical docs and communication packs
- Prepare and deliver concise presentations for stakeholders and leadership
- Use Jira (or equivalent Agile tools) to track user stories, sprints and task dependencies
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related discipline
- 3–6 years of hands on experience in project coordination/operations, procurement, finance or logistics – preferably in technology driven sectors such as aerospace, defense, telecom or high tech manufacturing
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About KATIM
- KATIM is a leader in the development of innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses.
- As part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, KATIM delivers trust in a world where cyber risks are a constant threat.
Job Purpose
- We are looking for a highly detail oriented, proactive Lead Operations who will own the end to end delivery of projects across multiple operational functions.
- In this position you will be the central hub that guarantees every project moves from concept to completion on schedule, on budget and without supply chain interruptions.
- You will partner directly with Project teams, cross functional teams, and senior leadership to drive operational excellence and mitigate risk.
Key Responsibilities
- Assume full responsibility for all assigned project operations – from kickoff through logical closure.
- Ensure accountability, traceability and hand over of deliverables at every project phase.
- Drive coordination activities as maybe required ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.
- Track project timelines, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks that could impact delivery schedules.
- Coordinate with technical stakeholders to maintain project momentum.
- Partner with Finance to reconcile purchase orders, invoices and expense reports.
- Generate regular spend vs budget reports and flag variances for corrective action.
- Manage PR/PO workflows, vendor documentation and payment tracking in co ordination with the Procurement team.
- Identify operational risks early, log them in the risk register and drive timely mitigation, facilitating rapid decision making.
- Produce and maintain core artefacts – project plans, status dashboards, risk registers, meeting minutes, technical docs and communication packs.
- Prepare and deliver concise presentations for stakeholders and leadership.
- Use Jira (or equivalent Agile tools) to track user stories, sprints and task dependencies.
Education and Minimum Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related discipline.
- 3–6 years of hands on experience in project coordination/operations, procurement, finance or logistics – preferably in technology driven sectors such as aerospace, defense, telecom or high tech manufacturing.
Key Skills
- Project Management certification (CAPM, PMP, PRINCE2) or Agile Scrum Master credential – desirable but not mandatory.
- Deep understanding of PR/PO processes, vendor onboarding, contract administration, import/export compliance and project level financial tracking.
- Advanced user of Jira (or similar Agile task manager); comfortable with MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent scheduling tools.
- Proven ability to influence cross functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations and present complex information clearly to senior leadership.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to spot risks/bottlenecks early and propose pragmatic solutions.
- Familiarity with MSAs, purchase contracts, NDAs and other procurement related agreements (a plus).
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