Operations Manager

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Operations Manager to enhance their logistics operations at the Leeds Depot. This pivotal role involves fostering a culture of excellence, driving performance through KPI management, and leading cross-functional teams. You'll be responsible for managing operational budgets, ensuring compliance, and promoting a safety-first culture. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work environment, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a competitive salary and generous benefits package.

Benefits

Up to 15% annual bonus

4 x Life Assurance policy

£550 Car Allowance or Company Car

Partner Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave

Enhanced Bereavement Leave

Pension Employer Contribution Scheme

Exclusive access to Müller Rewards

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations and transport startups is essential.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on coaching and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop a culture of excellence and high performance in logistics operations.
• Lead change initiatives and manage people effectively.

Skills

Warehouse operational experience

Warehouse / Transport operational start up

CPC National holder

Accident/incident investigation

Problem-solving capability

Commercial focus

Leadership capability

Job description

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Müller UK & Irelandis wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 31,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from 1,300 farmers in Britain.Müller is ranked within the top 20 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands and is picked from shelves millions of times each year. Müller UK & Ireland includes:

Müller Milk & Ingredients which aims to be Britain’s private label dairy leader and produces branded and private label fresh milk, cream, butter and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country.

Müller Yogurt & Dessertswhich is the UK’s leading yogurt manufacturer which aims to create millions more Müller moments for its consumers. It is responsible for major brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice, FRijj and Müller Kefir Smoothie and produces chilled desserts under licence from Mondelez International. It also supplies the UK private label yogurt market from a dedicated, state of the art yogurt facility.

About Us: At Müller, we are committed to creating a culture of excellence and empowerment. We strive to deliver high performance through our Müller Excellence principles and KPI management. Join us in our mission to optimize performance and deliver outstanding results.

We’re currently recruiting for a Logistics Operations Manager to supportour Leeds Depot (WF6 1RY) on a permanent, full time basis. As a Logistics Operations Manager you will be responsible for working cross functionally to foster a culture of excellence. Your role will be integral to the success and growth of our logistics operations.

• Job Title: Logistics Operations Manager
• Contract: Full time, Permanent
• Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday

Logistics Operations Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a culture of aspiration and excellence to enable the site to deliver the OGSM.
• Embed Müller Excellence and deliver high performance through PMS principles and KPI management.
• Collaboratively work with cross-functional teams and maintain industry relationships to maximize performance and identify synergies.
• Support preparation of annual budget following GO principles and monitor significant deviations.
• Lead change and projects effectively through high-level problem-solving and facilitation skills.
• Create a culture that enables the team to deliver OE opportunities, improving processes, customer service, and best practices.
• Drive volume growth and manage function cost centre.
• Responsible for contingency planning and incident control.
• Demonstrate health and safety leadership and commitment through embedding the Müller safety culture.
• Accountable for process confirmation, legal, and audit compliance.
• Exhibit strong leadership through coaching, mentoring, and people management skills.
• Manage people, including performance reviews, development, coaching, and employee relations.
• Create succession pathways to enable potential and growth within the organization.
• Promote and instil MMI Distribution behaviours across all levels of the function.
• Drive a best-in-class service model by addressing adverse impacts to customer service.

Logistics Operations Manager Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Warehouse operational experience (required)
• Warehouse / Transport operational start up (required)
• CPC National holder (Transport only).
• Experience in accident/incident investigation.
• Strong problem-solving capability and facilitation skills.
• Commercially focused with a drive for volume growth.
• Demonstrated leadership capability through coaching, mentoring, and people management.

What’s in it for you?

Not only do we offer a friendly work environment and a long term career, you’ll also receive:

• Up to 15% annual bonus
• 4 x Life Assurance policy
• £550 Car Allowance or Company Car
• Partner Private Medical Insurance (Self and Partner)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave
• Enhanced Bereavement Leave
• Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)
• Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts
• Business Supplied IT Equipment
• Concessionary products
• Career Progression and Development Opportunities
• Free parking

Application Process: Please be advised we aim to review all applications week commencing 19th May 2025.

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