Senior Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company seeks a Senior Operations Manager to drive operations excellence. This strategic role involves overseeing team performance, implementing improvements, and managing projects across various disciplines, with a clear path to growth into an Operations Director role within two years.

Benefits

Opportunity to grow into the Operations Director role

Work with a dynamic and supportive team

Engage in meaningful impact-driven projects

Competitive salary and benefits package

National travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams.
• Strong financial skills impacting P&L positively.
• Experience in transport/logistics, preferably fuel/gas.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse teams across multiple locations.
• Identify and implement operational improvements.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Process Mapping

Problem-Solving

Financial Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

IT Skills

Job description

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Reynolds Logistics is a leading Company in the transport and logistics sector, specialising in fuel and gas distribution. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has positioned us as a key player in the industry. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a dedicated professional to help drive our operations forward.

If you are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of our exciting journey towards operational excellence.

Role Overview:

As Senior Operations Manager, you will be involved in numerous operational projects and play a crucial role in supporting our operational team across multiple disciplines. You will be responsible for identifying opportunities to improve operations, reducing waste, and delivering fully costed initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker who can also work hands-on to deliver projects within tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead diverse teams across multiple locations and disciplines.
• Identify and implement opportunities for operational improvements.
• Produce development and succession plans for key team members.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Document workflows and ensure adherence to processes.
• Analyse data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Create accurate forecasts for resourcing and oversee planning and dispatch functions.
• Attend customer-facing meetings to resolve issues and maintain operational efficiency.
• Provide a strong presence at our head office in Purfleet and travel nationally to support the wider network.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams.
• Experience in process mapping and problem-solving.
• Strong financial skills with a positive impact on P&L.
• Background in transport/logistics, preferably in fuel/gas.
• Experience in managing change and working within a unionized environment.
• High-impact presentation and communication skills.
• Strong written, numeric, and IT skills.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to grow into the Operations Director role within two years.
• Work with a dynamic and supportive team.
• Engage in meaningful projects that drive real impact.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• National travel opportunities and exposure to senior leadership.

Location:Purfleet with national travel.

How to Apply:Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.