General Manager

Ref: BBBH: 134509

London

£70,000

• Permanent
• Available Immediately

About the candidate

This candidate is an enthusiastic and dedicated professional with extensive experience in various areas of operations, project management, supply chain, warehouse, distribution, logistics and general management. They posess exceptional hands-on leadership skills, motivating teams to achieve company targets. With a strong ability to manage projects from conceptions to completion, they combine imagination, creativity, and initiative with a logical approach to problem-solving in high-pressure environments.

Throughout their career, they have successfully managed complex businesses, achieving substantial cost savings while improving the customer experience. They have a Lean 6 Sigma green belt certification, demonstrating their commitment to continuous improvement.

What makes them great?

• Extensive leadership skills with the ability to really understand issues and solve problems to support the team
• Financially astute, looks at costs to the business and looks to improve efficiency of operations
• Strong background in continuous improvement and influencing teams to deliver
• Results driven with a proven record for achieving and thinking outside the box

This candidate would be an asset to any business and could really support with growth and operational improvements. 

Areas of expertise

• Successfully managed the complete relay of an automated warehouse, resulting in a 1-hour time saving per day and ensuring timely completion of workload and on-time distribution of medicines via a nominated 3PL company.
• Implemented a recruitment strategy that reduced staff turnover from over 45% to less than 24% in under three years. This contributed to a more stable workforce and improved overall team performance
• Led the successful relocation of a warehouse and built-out project, increasing business capacity from 1,500sqft to 23,000sqft. They designed the entire layout, considering industry best practices to ensure compliance and facilitate future growth. The project was delivered within budget and on-time, resulting in significant cost savings and operational efficiency