Site Operations Manager

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in London is seeking a Site Operations Manager to oversee daily warehouse and transport operations. This role demands strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire a diverse team. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience in logistics management, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement. The position offers a competitive salary between £65,000 and £75,000, along with benefits such as a car allowance and private healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Bonus

Private healthcare

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior operational leadership in logistics.
• Ability to inspire and engage a diverse team.
• Experience in unionised environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the warehouse and transport team.
• Drive performance improvements and efficiency.
• Manage compliance with legislation and company policies.

Skills

Leadership in logistics

Change management

Stakeholder relationship management

Continuous improvement

Decision making in high-pressure

Job description

A people first logistics leader required.

• Opportunities for career progression.

About Our Client

Our client is one of the market leaders in their field.

Job Description

Based at our client's operation in London, the Site Operations Manager will lead and manage the day-to-day Warehouse, Inventory and Transport operations team and activities. They will be responsible for leading an inclusive culture, built on trust and high performance whilst also meeting legal, KPI and budgetary targets. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing a genuine and authentic leadership for the operations team.
• Influencing, managing and maintaining internal and external relationships across a variety of stakeholders, including Union partnerships.
• Delivering continuous improvement to KPI performance, understanding the business and cost implications of decisions made.
• Responsible for the day-to-day people management of direct reports, as well as talent spotting, driving development and succession planning.
• Day-to-day risk management and compliance, operating within legislation, policy and process in all matters ranging from people management to HSE.
• Identifying operations efficiencies and leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring that the customer is at the centre of every decision-making process.
• Working closely with the planning team to identify key events and the operational capability of delivering these.
• Working with other senior managers to identify opportunities for further operational optimisation, understanding the balance between service and cost.
• Keeping up to date with changes in legislation and implement adjustments accordingly.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Site Operations Manager will live within a commuting distance of London and be able to demonstrate the following experience:

• Previous senior operational leadership within a fast paced logistics operation.
• An ability to lead, engage and inspire others in an inclusive way in order to deliver successful results.
• Someone who takes a positive approach in leading change, with a keen focus on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Previous experience working within a unionised environment and an understanding of the importance of building positive and mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders.
• Be able to demonstrate where you have built strong collaborative working relationships across a variety of levels.
• Confident in making critical time-pressured decisions in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

What\u2019s on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £75,000, depending on experience.
• A benefits package that will include; car allowance, bonus and private healthcare.
• Opportunities for career progression.

Apply today if you are ready to take the next step in your logistics career.