Operations Manager

Wincanton; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee a dynamic operation in Glasgow. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring adherence to key performance indicators, and fostering strong relationships with customers and stakeholders. The successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience in operations management, demonstrating exceptional leadership and organizational skills. With a commitment to continuous improvement and employee development, this company offers extensive training opportunities and a supportive environment. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Retail Discounts

Extensive training opportunities

Cycle 2 Work Scheme

Healthcare Cash plan

Dental Cash plan

Pension Accident Insurance

Death in Service Benefit

Discounted Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar operations management role.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide the operations team to meet performance targets.
• Manage transport and facility operations effectively.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Health and Safety Standards

Education

Experience in Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft PowerPoint

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Job Description

We’re looking for an Operations Manager to join our team in Glasgow. Reporting to the Distribution Centre Manager the individual is responsible for all aspects of running a busy, complex operation and managing the day to day relationships with the customer and other stakeholders in order to meet all key performance indicators and exceed customer expectations.

Job Description

We’re looking for an Operations Manager to join our team in Glasgow. Reporting to the Distribution Centre Manager the individual is responsible for all aspects of running a busy, complex operation and managing the day to day relationships with the customer and other stakeholders in order to meet all key performance indicators and exceed customer expectations.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain Security Clearance.

Why Wincanton?

• Unrivalled salary £43,000
• Monday to Friday
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Retail Discounts – supermarket, fashion, tech, days out, food and drink, home, cinema, travel, sports, music and games, books, health and beauty, leisure, Enterprise rentals
• Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
• Friends and Family Apprenticeships – Not only can you learn and develop new skills, your friends and family can enrol on accredited courses too!
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Holiday Trading
• Healthcare Cash plan
• Dental Cash plan
• Pension Accident Insurance
• Payroll Giving
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Online GP Access
• Hospital Plan
• Death in Service Benefit
• Retirement Courses
• 50% discount on RAC cover Discounted Gym Memberships
• Extended Employee Assistance Programme including free financial and legal advice
  
  

Day to Day

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to all members of the team and be the escalation point for Team Leaders
• Responsible for the transport management and O license accountability for the site
• Responsible for the Facilities Management for the site
• Deliver against targets within the agreed budget
• Ability to work effectively with a number of stakeholders with various priorities
• Keep senior managers advised of any issues and escalate more serious matters as appropriate
• Work with your team to develop and maintain a positive and engaged workforce
• Ensuring the development of the team to meet current and future operational needs
• Ensure site adherence with all Wincanton policies and procedures
• Promote and work to the Wincanton values – Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness and Trust
  
  

What will you bring?

• Previous Experience in a similar role
• Organised and structured with a proactive, positive, flexible and "can do" attitude to resolve issues and challenges
• Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills and be highly visible in the Operation
• Ability to ensure attention to detail and an accurate and precise way of working
• Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft packages including MS Excel, MS Project and MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to train others to a high standard and coach them in their day to day activities
• High standards with regards to Health and Safety
  
  

Wincanton’s Commitment

Our people are our most important asset and as such we are continuously expanding our capability programs to provide you with opportunities to build and extend your professional, functional, and management skills. Your development through coaching is our priority. Continuous learning takes place through a broad variety of opportunities and types of engagements. Access to the latest technological innovations in the logistics and supply chain industry, as well as Wincanton’s deep knowledge and expertise in our field, constitute a superb platform for your professional development.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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