Regional Operations Manager- Scotland

Smiths News; Swindon; Sur place; GBP 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Smiths News is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead multi-site final mile operations from our Swindon area. You will drive operational efficiency, ensure health and safety compliance, and develop Depot Managers and teams to high performance.

This role requires strong financial management, KPI reporting, and the ability to align site initiatives with broader company goals. A track record in Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-site operations management within logistics, delivery, or final mile sectors.
• Strong leadership skills with success in developing high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of health & safety regulations and compliance in logistics and final mile operations.
• Financial management experience, including budget oversight, cost control, and P&L analysis.

Responsabilités

• Oversee final mile delivery operations across multiple sites to optimise service quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company policies across all sites.
• Lead and develop Depot Managers and their teams to maintain high performance and engagement.
• Address operational challenges quickly to minimise any negative impact on service delivery.
• Implement standardised processes using OE methodology for consistency across sites.
• Prepare weekly performance reports and quarterly strategic alignment with senior leadership.

Connaissances

Multi-site operations

People leadership

Health & safety compliance

Budget oversight / P&L

Problem solving

Communication with senior leadership

Formation

Degree in logistics or related field

Outils

WMS

TMS

Description du poste

About the role

Key Focus Areas

• Operational Efficiency: Ensure all final mile delivery operations are optimised for service quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Compliance: Maintain full compliance with health & safety regulations and company policies across all sites.
• People Development: Lead and develop Depot Managers and their teams, ensuring high standards of performance and engagement.
• Problem Solving: Address operational challenges quickly to minimise any negative impact on service delivery.
• Standardisation: Implement standardised processes to ensure consistent final mile operations across all sites. Using OE methodology.

ROM Deliverables

• Weekly Performance Reports: Providing an overview of operational KPIs (cost, delivery success, and compliance) across sites within your region.
• Operational Improvement Plans: Proposing action plans for underperforming sites, including timelines for improvement.
• Health & Safety Audits: Monthly reports detailing the compliance status across sites and identifying any safety issues that need addressing.
• Strategic Alignment Reports: Tracking and ensuring that each site is aligned with broader company goals and initiatives.
• Project Updates: Reporting progress on the implementation of major initiatives, including key milestones and obstacles encountered.
• Financial Performance Summaries: Monthly summaries of cost management and budget adherence, identifying risks and opportunities for savings.

What we can offer you

Not only do we offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance and 5% match pension but you’ll also have access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance
• Company bonus
• Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
• 25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme
• 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan
• Private medical insurance
• Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme

About you

• Proven experience in multi-site operations management within logistics, delivery, or final mile sectors.
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success in managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of health & safety regulations and compliance in logistics and final mile operations.
• Financial management experience, including budget oversight, cost control, and P&L analysis.
• Proficient in logistics management software, including WMS, TMS, and real-time delivery tracking systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with a focus on operational efficiency.
• Outstanding communication skills for managing teams and engaging with senior leadership.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is advantageous.
• Degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field is advantageous.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CILT, PRINCE2, ILM, CMI, Lean Six Sigma, NEBOSH) are an advantage.

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

A career with us is a career filled with people, pride, and passion. We rely on each other to get the job done, and we deliver what we say we will. Let’s see if we can rely on you, too.