Operations Manager - Hatfield

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Operations Manager to join their dynamic team in Hatfield. This pivotal role involves leading and developing the day shift management team while ensuring compliance with operational standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in warehouse management and people skills, with experience in the FMCG sector. The company values sustainability and aims to create a positive impact in the dairy industry. If you are an inspiring leader with a passion for operational excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual pay review

Employer pension matched up to 6%

Discounted on-site staff shop

Free on-site parking

On-site canteen

Cheese Hamper for Christmas

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with proven experience as a Senior Manager.
• Essential people management skills with a successful warehouse background.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, manage & develop the day shift management team.
• Ensure compliance with company, customer & legal standards.
• Participate in projects and development activities.

Skills

People Management

Communication Skills

Supply Chain Experience

Warehouse Management

Strategic Project Participation

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Arla Foods are currently looking to recruit a proactive and competent Operations Manager to join our team at our Hatfield Regional Distribution centre. Our Hatfield site employs over 400 colleagues across the Fresh Milk and Pallet operation within the warehouse, and the role will play a key part in the site’s Senior Leadership Team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, manage & develop the day shift management team
• Communicate & deliver business goals, prioritising goals & activities as necessary
• Ensure compliance with company, customer & legal standards
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internal & external
• Proactively participate in strategic projects
• Responsible for daily labour planning
• Ensure compliance with delivery agreements from the production sites
• Participate in projects, courses and other development activities.

What we are looking for

• Degree qualified with proven experience as a Senior Manager
• Essential people management skills with a successful warehouse background
• Experience from a FMCG environment
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Supply chain experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual pay review
• Employer pension matched up to 6%
• Discounted on-site staff shop with a wide range of Arla products including Lurpak, Cravendale & our Arla Protein range
• Free on-site parking
• On-site canteen
• Cheese Hamper for every member of staff at Christmas!

If this role sounds of interest then please apply using the link or reach out to Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.

We have a purpose for Good

At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a sustainable future of dairy. We call it Stronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organisation and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?