Operations Director

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as the UK lead for a key consumer operation within a leading business. This role involves providing strategic management and leadership to the Operations teams across the UK and Europe. You'll oversee logistics, inventory, and customer support while driving efficiencies and ensuring compliance with regulations. If you're a high-performing leader with a track record in logistics and a passion for continuous improvement, this position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a car allowance and private medical insurance. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

25 Days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in senior logistics roles within consumer-led businesses.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on operational KPIs around logistics, inventory, and customer support.
• Drive efficiencies across Europe while maintaining service levels.
• Manage site infrastructure for a safe and productive workplace.

Skills

Logistics Leadership

3rd Party Logistics Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Transformational Change Management

Problem Solving

Education

Experience in Senior Logistics Role

Job description

• An exciting opportunity to act as the UK lead for this key consumer operation
• Previous head office logistics leadership experience required

About Our Client

A leading consumer business.

Job Description

The Operations Director will report into the SVP and will provide leadership and strategic management to the Operations teams in the UK and Europe. Based on site in Kent, you will have responsibility for the EU operation which will include; forecast consolidation, 3PL relationship management and domestic shipping arrangements.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver on operational KPI's around Logistics, Inventory, Customer Support, Service and Overhead costs.
• Drive efficiencies across Europe for a lean and simplified operational set up, whilst maintaining agreed customer service levels.
• Work closely with the EU sales function to ensure timely and effective operational support of their strategic growth plans.
• Manage the site infrastructure to ensure a safe, productive and efficient workplace is maintained.
• Ensure Operations teams maintain constructive working relationships with core functions in HQ.
• Manage all operations related vendor relationships.
• Ensure the department operates in compliance with all relevant external agencies' regulatory and legal requirements as well as the company's internal governance guidelines.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Operations Director will live within a commuting distance of our client's operation in Kent and be able to demonstrate the following experience:

• Have previously held a senior logistics role within a consumer led business.
• A track record of managing 3rd party logistics provider performance and a dedication to continuous improvement.
• In depth knowledge and experience of business functions and principles/practices.
• A high-performing leader, experienced in implementing transformational change within a complex environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with high emotional intelligence.
• An ability to communicate performance date effectively across diverse levels in the business.
• Solutions oriented in your approach, while fostering good team spirit.
• Committed to promoting an inclusive and sustainable work environment.

What's on Offer

• An attractive salary package ranging from £75,000 to £80,000 per annum.
• A benefits package that includes a car allowance, bonus, pension, private medical insurance and 25 days annual leave.