Head of Operations (Warehouse & Transport)

Strive Supply Chain LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Operations to lead their Warehouse and Transport teams. This exciting role involves managing operations to enhance efficiency and service excellence while overseeing a significant team. You will be responsible for achieving budget targets and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This position offers the autonomy to drive operational improvements and customer satisfaction in a dynamic FMCG environment. If you are passionate about logistics and operations, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing Warehouse and Transport operations in FMCG.
• Strong focus on operational efficiencies and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Delivering operations in line with plans for Warehouse and Transport.
• Managing depot team for operational efficiencies and productivity.
• Ensuring compliance with H&S and legal standards.

Skills

Warehouse Management

Transport Management

Operational Efficiency

Customer Service

People Management

Project Management

Job description

Head of Operations (Warehouse & Transport)

Reference: JD-NN-56

Job Title: Operations Manager, Warehouse Management & related, Transport Management & related

Salary: c£75k + Bonus + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Location: Worcestershire

Strive Supply Chain are a leading management recruitment consultancy, specialising in Supply Chain, Production, Planning, Logistics, Transport & Warehouse Operations. Our client is a leading FMCG Distributor, who are currently recruiting for a senior operations role at their site in Worcester. As Head of Operations, you will be responsible for managing and developing the busy operations teams across both Warehouse and Transport.

With c4 Direct Reports and c100 FTEs on site, as Head of Operations (Warehouse, Stock and Transport) you will be responsible for:

1. Delivering all elements of the Operations in line with plan, across both Warehouse and Transport.
2. Managing the depot management team to drive operational efficiencies, service excellence and productivity in order to constantly improve depot performance.
3. Managing the commercial operation of the depot to ensure the profit budget target is met or exceeded.
4. Ensuring all H&S, Legal Compliance of the depot is adhered to.
5. Ensuring that the BS OHSAS 18001:2007 accreditation is fully supported at site level.

The Ideal Candidate for Head of Operations (Warehouse and Transport):

From a similar Operation, you will have successfully managed and led Warehouse and Transport operations within a FMCG environment. Commercially astute, you will have a sharp eye for optimization of costs as well as a track record in customer service. Well versed in the management of all core Operational and Logistics KPIs, you will be passionate about Customer Service and the delivery of excellent service. Moreover, you will be able to demonstrate exceptional operational efficiencies and improvements through CI / project management. Evidence of an effective track record of people management and leadership is essential.

This is truly an outstanding opportunity to lead a state-of-the-art RDC into an exciting future. You will have autonomy to do so! Apply now for immediate consideration!