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Head of Operations

Ref: AS5420408

London, UK

£85,000

  • Permanent
  • Process Improvement Specialist
  • Operational Excellence Achiever
  • Stakeholder Engagement Expert

About the candidate

This candidate brings a wealth of experience as an operations leader within the automotive sector, with a distinguished career in logistics and field management. They excel at marrying operational strategies with wider business objectives, boasting a solid track record of implementing process improvements and managing large teams towards exceptional results. The proficiency of this candidate in driving operational excellence is well-demonstrated by their substantial achievements in reducing inefficiencies and optimising processes across various substantial roles within the sector.

With a keen analytical mind and a collaborative nature, they are adept at forming and nurturing relevant stakeholder relationships and are equipped to manage complex operational challenges. Their forward-thinking approach and ability to adapt to dynamic environments make them a valuable asset in any senior operations role, ideally positioned to lead teams to continued success.

What makes them great?

  • Process Improvement: Excellent track record in transforming operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness, notably reducing processing times for vehicle inspections by 20%.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional ability to manage and enhance relationships with stakeholders at all levels, forging partnerships that benefit business continuity.
  • Technology Implementation: Adept at leveraging technology to streamline operations, evident by the integration of new systems that expedited inspection processes.

Areas of expertise

  • Operational Efficiency: Proven ability to enhance process efficiency, demonstrated by a 20% reduction in vehicle inspection times at a national service provider.
  • Cost Management: Skilled in cost reduction, achieving a 15% cost saving through better resource allocation in logistics coordination.
  • Team Leadership and Training: Experienced in leading large teams and developing training programmes that uplift service delivery and accountability.