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Head of Operations

C£80k + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Bedfordshire

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Our client is a leading FMCG Distributor, who are currently recruiting for a senior operations role at their site in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. As Head of Operations, you will be responsible for managing and developing the busy operations teams across both Warehouse and Transport.

With c4 Direct Reports and c220 FTEs on site, as Head of Operations (Warehouse, Stock and Transport) you will be responsible for:

• Delivering all elements of the Operations in line with plan, across both Warehouse and Transport
• Managing the depot management team to drive operational efficiencies, service excellence and productivity in order constantly improve depot performance
• Manage the commercial operation of the depot to ensure the profit budget target is met or exceeded
• Ensure all H&S, Legal Compliance of the depot is adhered to
• Ensure that the BS OHSAS 18001:2007 accreditation is fully supported at site level.

The Ideal Candidate for Head of Operations (Warehouse and Transport):

• From a similar Operation, you will have successfully managed and led Warehouse and Transport operations within a FMCG environment.
• Commercially astute, you will have a sharp eye for optimization of costs as well as a track record in customer service.
• Well versed in the management of all core Operational and Logistics KPIs, you will be passionate about Customer Service and the delivery of excellent service.
• Moreover, you will be able to demonstrate exceptional operational efficiencies and improvements through CI / project management.
• Evidence of an effective track record of people management and leadership

This is truly an outstanding opportunity to lead a state of the art RDC into an exciting future. You will have autonomy to do so! Apply now for immediate consideration!

This is a fantastic opportunity – we look forward to your application.

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