Operations Manager

COREcruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-temperature wholesale organisation in the UK seeks an Operations Manager to oversee warehouse, transport, and logistics operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and proven operational management experience in logistics or wholesale environments. This position offers an annual salary of £60K plus benefits and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an operational management role within wholesale, distribution, logistics, or FMCG (multi-temperature experience preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements in food storage and distribution.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Results-driven, with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage warehouse and transport operations across ambient, chilled, and frozen environments.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, food safety, and temperature control regulations.
• Oversee inventory management and stock accuracy.
• Drive operational efficiency and cost control, without compromising service quality.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team, providing training, coaching, and support.
• Monitor KPIs and implement improvements to achieve operational targets.
• Work closely with senior management to support business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, contractors, and key stakeholders.

Job description

Operations Manager – Multi-Temperature Wholesale Organisation - £60K + Benefits

My client is a leading multi-temperature wholesale organisation with a fantastic reputation across the UK.

They are seeking an Operations Manager join their team.The successful Operations Manager will have overall responsibility for the smooth running of their day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellent customer service. You will manage a team across warehouse, transport, and logistics, driving a culture of safety, performance, and continuous improvement across two multi-temperature warehouse sites.

This is the perfect role for a high performing Operations Manager looking to join an exciting business who can match their ambition and offer genuine career progression opportunities.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage warehouse and transport operations across ambient, chilled, and frozen environments.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, food safety, and temperature control regulations.
• Oversee inventory management and stock accuracy.
• Drive operational efficiency and cost control, without compromising service quality.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team, providing training, coaching, and support.
• Monitor KPIs and implement improvements to achieve operational targets.
• Work closely with senior management to support business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, contractors, and key stakeholders.

The Ideal Operations Manager Candidate:

• Proven experience in an operational management role within wholesale, distribution, logistics, or FMCG (multi-temperature experience preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements in food storage and distribution.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Results-driven, with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / [e-mail]