Operations Director

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Operations Director</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">North West | £100,000 + £10,000 Car Allowance + Bonus</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Director to join a growing logistics business in the North West.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for driving operational performance across warehousing, transport, distribution, customer service, and supply chain functions. Working as part of the leadership team, you will develop and execute operational strategy, lead large teams, and ensure the business continues to deliver exceptional service whilst supporting future growth.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Lead the day-to-day and strategic operation of a multi-site logistics network.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Drive service, productivity, cost, and customer performance across the operation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Develop and implement operational improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and scalability.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Lead and develop senior management teams, creating a high-performance culture.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Manage operational budgets and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ensure compliance with all relevant transport, warehousing, and health & safety regulations.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Work closely with commercial and leadership teams to support growth and customer retention.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Deliver against key operational KPIs including OTIF, productivity, utilisation, service, and safety.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">About You</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Proven experience in a senior operations leadership role within logistics, supply chain, distribution, retail, FMCG, or a 3PL environment.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Strong commercial awareness with experience managing large operational budgets.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Demonstrable success leading large teams across warehousing and transport operations.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Track record of delivering operational improvement, change, and business growth.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Passion for developing people and building high-performing teams.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">What's on Offer</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">£100,000 basic salary</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">£10,000 car allowance</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Performance-related bonus</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Executive leadership opportunity</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Genuine influence over business strategy and direction</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Significant scope for growth and career developmentIf you're an ambitious operational leader looking for your next challenge, I'd be keen to hear from you. Please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.</p>

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