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General Manager

Ref: AS8070898

CW5, UK

£52,500

  • Permanent
  • Operational Excellence
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Cost Management

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly adept General Manager with a rich background in warehouse management and logistics. Specialising in operations for mid-sized to large companies, they bring a potent combination of tactical oversight and strategic leadership. Over the years, they have excelled in roles that require a deep understanding of both operational mechanics and broader business goals, consistently delivering improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction. Their career is marked by successful tenures managing complex logistics operations and leading large, multidisciplinary teams in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

With a hands-on and collaborative approach, this candidate adeptly balances day-to-day operations with long-term strategic planning. Their expertise in budget management and operational improvements is complemented by a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance, making them a resilient and adaptable leader. They are now looking to bring their skills and experience to a new permanent role where they can continue to drive operational excellence and innovation.

What makes them great?

  • Significant Cost Savings: Through strategic process optimisation, achieved a 20% reduction in operational costs in a mid-size FMCG distribution setting, enhancing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Efficiency Innovation: Initiated and led projects that increased operational efficiency by 30% in a national logistics firm, streamlining inventory management and order fulfilment processes.
  • Delivery Improvement: Instrumental in improving delivery times by 15% through better coordination and communication with suppliers and stakeholders in a regional supply chain provider.

Areas of expertise

  • Operations Management: Proven ability to oversee complex warehouse operations, leading large teams in high-pressure environments to achieve and surpass organisational goals.
  • Cost Management: Exceptional competency in identifying and implementing cost-saving measures that significantly decrease expenses and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Strong communicator with a track record of building robust relationships with multiple stakeholders to align operations with business strategies.