Operations Manager

Operations Manager
Leeds
£40,000-£45,000 Benefits

About the Role
Our client, a leading logistics and transport business, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of their Leeds depot. This senior, hands-on role combines strategic oversight with day-to-day operational leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned logistics professional to shape operational strategy, optimise workflows, and embed consistent processes across transport and warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the depot team to maximise performance, engagement, and succession strength.
• Oversee transport and warehouse operations to ensure compliance, safety, efficiency, and service delivery standards.
• Manage the depot P&L, controlling costs, analysing operational data, and implementing cost-saving initiatives.
• Optimise vehicle utilisation, route planning, and driver performance in collaboration with planning and fleet teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process optimisation, and technology adoption to enhance efficiency.
• Conduct regular operational reviews, audits, and safety checks to maintain compliance and performance standards.
• Act as the senior on-site representative, ensuring alignment between the depot and Head Office.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a senior logistics, transport, or operations management role with strategic and operational accountability.
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation, compliance, and health & safety.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance daily operational management and strategic improvement.
• Commercially minded with a record of managing budgets and delivering profit improvement.
• Excellent people management, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in depot turnaround, growth, or network development projects is advantageous.
• CPC in Road Transport Management or experience in temperature-controlled/time-critical logistics is desirable.

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