Operations Manager

Culina Group; Banbury; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash plan

Life insurance

Cycle to Work

Employee recognition programme

Job summary

Fowler Welch, part of Culina Group, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the on-site operations, drive KPI performance, and deliver value to the customer within a busy logistics environment in the UK. You will manage the operations team, control costs and ensure safe, compliant practices across the site.

The role requires extensive experience in national transport operations within FMCG, a proven track record of people leadership, and the ability to introduce new technology and route

Qualifications

• 5+ years in national transport operations management in logistics.
• 5+ years people management experience.
• 5+ years operations management in FMCG warehouse environments.
• Experience in temperature-controlled supply chains.
• Experience in cost reduction and margin improvement.
• Commercial and change management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations to meet budget, KPI and contractual targets.
• Develop a safe, productive culture with SHEQ team involvement.
• Manage driver and warehouse headcount and shift patterns.
• Build strong customer relationships to deliver service requirements.
• Coordinate supplier relationships for consistent service.
• Analyze KPI data and report performance per agreements.
• Drive continuous improvement in efficiency and service.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and legal requirements.
• Monitor costs against budget and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Oversee fleet requirements and ensure proper equipment mix.
• Coordinate recruitment and training with other functions.
• Engage with landlord to align site operations.

Skills

Operations management

People management

Cost control

Process improvement

Safety culture

Tools

Fleet management software

Route planning tools

Job description

Culina Group Limited, through its subsidiaries, provides logistics, warehousing, distribution, and other services for the food and drink industry in United Kingdom and Ireland. It provides chilled, ambient, contract packaging, and bonded logistics services, as well as value-added services, such as online visibility and systems integration, pallet management, and supply chain management.

Job Description

Joining Fowler Welch as an Operations Manager, yoube responsible for the management of the overall site operations and the achievement of operational KPI’s to meet budget & contractual expectations alongside the customer’s growth plans. To also ensure the site drives a safety focused culture while delivering excellent customer service both internally & externally.

Main Responsibilities:

The role-holder will be required to be responsible for and undertake the following tasks

• Lead and maintain a positive safety culture on site throughout the operation through proactive staff engagement and setting clear standards working in conjunction with our SHEQ team
• Effective performance management of the operational team to deliver targets and to ensure that the warehouse, driver & operational team are motivated and have the relevant skills, knowledge and approach to contribute effectively to maximise efficiency, accuracy and productivity in line with all targets
• Manage driver/warehouse headcount and shift patterns, reviewing periodically to ensure they meet the requirements of the operation and the changing needs of the customers business
• Build & maintain a robust relationship with the customer to deliver their service requirements
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure consistent service and help co-ordinate an efficient inbound flow
• Produce and analyse data and provide structured feedback on daily, weekly and monthly KPI performance as defined in the Services Agreement and agreed in period reviews. These KPIs will include operational and finance performance, Service measures, Safety and People related areas
• Drive continuous improvement in areas of efficiency and service
• Ensure site operations, policy and procedures are managed in line with the company’s Health & Safety policy and other statutory compliance, including legal compliance
• Monitor costs against pre agreed budget targets and pro-actively look for ways to make the business more efficient. Explain variances proactively and suggest ways of improving the performance
• Manage fleet requirements to ensure appropriate mix of equipment to suit the needs of the operation and ensure fleet is managed to legal requirements
• Overseeing site recruitment and training with support from other functions
• Liaise with colleagues on and off site to jointly ensure all operational matters are owned and efficiently resolved
• Regularly engage with the site landlord to ensure both operations are able to co-exist while meeting both company’s needs.
• Introduce new technology (e.g. On-board, Route planning, Scanners) and kit (e.g. Delivery Vehicles & MHE) as agreed with the customer

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience of national transport operations management in logistics
• Minimum 5 years experience of managing people
• Minimum 5 years experience of operational management gained within FMCG industry experience within a warehouse environment
• Temperature controlled supply chain experience
• Cost reduction and margin improvement
• Commercial and change management experience

Additional Information

In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service to our customers we offer:

• Free Fowler Welch Healthcare Cash Plan
• Free life insurance as a Fowler Welch employee equal to three times your basic salary.
• 'Cycle 2 Work' Scheme - save up to 42% on the cost of a new bike and necessary equipment.
• Recognition schemes for our exceptional employees - monthly winners receive £100 of shopping vouchers.

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