Director of Operations

3ECRUIT; England; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional organisation seeks an Operations Director/Specialist to relocate to Dubai. The ideal candidate will design and optimise operations across warehousing and logistics, implementing automation for efficiency. With 5–10 years in operations, this role offers excellent career progression and a competitive salary. Join a fast-paced environment that values innovation and growth.

Benefits

Attractive Six-Figure salary

Flexible compensation package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in operations or related sectors.
• Hands-on experience in setting up production facilities.
• Strong analytical and organisation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise operational systems and processes.
• Oversee facility setup and capacity building.
• Integrate technology and systems for efficiency.

Skills

Operations management

Workflow optimisation

Project management

Team training and development

Supply chain logistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in operations management or related field

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

Branding/printing machinery setup

Job description

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR / SPECIALIST - RELOCATE TO DUBAI

WHAT YOU WANT TO KNOW

• Play a key role in shaping and scaling the operations of a leading regional organisation.
• Join a fast-paced and ambitious environment working on high-impact, strategic projects.
• Excellent career progression and leadership growth opportunities as the business expands across the region.
• Attractive Six-Figure salary and flexible compensation package.
• Location Dubai - either relocate or you can

COMPANY DETAILS

• Our client is one of the UAE's most established and innovative corporate gifting and merchandise providers, with over three decades of industry expertise.
• The company is investing in a cutting-edge operations and fulfilment hub, combining warehousing, branding, logistics, and automation solutions to better serve enterprise-level customers across the region.
• With ambitious growth plans, the business is on a journey to scale order fulfilment

ROLE DETAILS

• This role is for an experienced Operations Specialist to design, optimise, and scale core business functions across warehousing, print & branding, logistics, and technology-enabled workflows in Dubai.
• This role will be instrumental in shaping the next phase of the client’s operational infrastructure, driving efficiency, scalability, and exceptional service delivery.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on exposure to corporate gifting, branded merchandise, or print production environments, with proven experience in automation, workflow optimisation, and leading operational improvement initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operational Systems & Process Development
• Facility Setup & Capacity Buildings.
• Technology & System Integration
• Team Training & Development
• Supply Chain & Logistics
• Continuous Improvement & Reporting

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in operations, preferably within the corporate gifting, promotional products, printing, or light manufacturing sectors.
• Proven experience in setting up or scaling up production or fulfilment facilities.
• Strong understanding of ERP/WMS systems, workflow automation, and digital integration.
• Experience with branding/printing machinery setup and process optimisation is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and project management skills.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to train and motivate teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.