Operations Manager

Michael Page; Ivybridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Operations Manager to lead a busy Plymouth warehouse operation. The role combines operational leadership, warehouse management and customer service, with a hands-on approach to develop the team.

You will manage goods-in, storage, picking, dispatch and customer collections, ensure stock accuracy and support trade counter activities. A safe, compliant, and continuously improving environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy warehouse, distribution or logistics operation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Hands-on leadership style with willingness to support operational activities.
• HGV Class 2 licence desirable but not essential.
• Experience with transport or HGV compliance coordination would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse activities including goods-in, storage, picking, dispatch and customer collections.
• Lead, support and develop the warehouse team through a hands-on management approach.
• Maintain stock accuracy and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Support trade counter operations, customer enquiries and order processing.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing, inspections and compliance activities.
• Promote a safe working environment and drive continuous improvement across the operation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Customer service

Hands-on management

Team development

Job description

Client Details

An established business within the building products sector is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead its warehouse operation in Plymouth.

This is a varied role that combines operational leadership, warehouse management, customer service and transport coordination.

Description

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in a key operational leadership role. The position offers autonomy, responsibility and the chance to make a tangible impact on service levels, operational performance and team development.

The Operations Manager will be responsible for;

• Manage daily warehouse activities including goods-in, storage, picking, dispatch and customer collections.
• Lead, support and develop the warehouse team through a hands-on management approach.
• Maintain stock accuracy and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Support trade counter operations, customer enquiries and order processing.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing, inspections and compliance activities.
• Promote a safe working environment and drive continuous improvement across the operation.

Profile

The successful Operations Manager will be have;

• Previous experience managing or supervising a busy warehouse, distribution or logistics operation.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• A practical, hands-on leadership style with a willingness to support operational activities when required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience of transport or HGV compliance coordination would be advantageous.
• HGV Class 2 licence desirable but not essential

Job Offer

• Competitive salary between £35,000 and £45,000 per annum.
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• A permanent role with opportunities for growth within the company.
• A collaborative work environment in Ivybridge Plymouth