Operations Manager

Medirest Signature; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking an Operations Manager for its Glasgow facility. The role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance, and leading a team to meet performance targets. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and the ability to manage complex operations effectively.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Retail Discounts

Extensive training opportunities

Healthcare Cash plan

Pension Accident Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role required.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to team members.
• Manage transport and O license accountability.
• Deliver targets within budget.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Education

Experience in a similar role

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 to meet all key performance indicators and exceed customer expectations.

Successful candidates will require the ability 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 - learn new skills and enroll your friends and family on accredited courses
• Cycle to 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 and discounted Gym Memberships
• Extended Employee Assistance Programme including free financial and legal advice

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to all team members; act as escalation point for Team Leaders
• Manage transport and O license accountability for the site
• Oversee Facilities Management for the site
• Deliver targets within the budget
• Work effectively with stakeholders with varying priorities
• Keep senior managers informed of issues and escalate serious matters
• Develop and maintain a positive, engaged workforce
• Ensure team development to meet operational needs
• Ensure compliance with all Wincanton policies and procedures
• Promote Wincanton values: Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness, Trust

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in a similar role
• Organized, proactive, positive, flexible attitude
• Strong leadership skills and visibility in operations
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Project, PowerPoint
• Ability to train and coach team members
• High standards of Health and Safety

Our Commitment

We value our employees and are committed to providing opportunities for professional growth through coaching, training, and access to technological innovations. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.