Head of Operations

Ref: AS6106039

ME20, UK

£56,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Operations Improvement
• Team Engagement And Coaching
• Safety And Efficiency Focused

About the candidate

This accomplished Head of Operations brings a rich experience from managing large-scale supply chain and logistics functions, with a sharp focus on performance improvement and team development within high-velocity environments. Skilled in coaching and promoting team engagement, they are also adept at navigating financial challenges and implementing strategic initiatives that bolster both customer and employee satisfaction.

Having contributed significantly to operations management in diverse sectors such as food distribution and retail, the candidate is recognised for their ability to drive cost reductions, enhance productivity, and foster a culture that prioritises safety and operational excellence.

What makes them great?

• Cost efficiency: Achieved a 20% reduction in operational costs through process optimisation at a large food distribution centre.
• Operational enhancement: Delivered a 15% improvement in on-time deliveries by refining supply chain processes for a national retail chain.
• Safety improvements: Led safety protocol enhancements and training, reducing incident rates by over 30%.

Areas of expertise

• Advanced leadership and team-building skills: Proven ability to mentor and develop high-performing teams in the supply chain and logistics domain.
• Strategic operations management: Demonstrated success in deploying strategies to cut costs and enhance operational efficiency.
• Excellent relationship management: Strong capability in forming strategic partnerships and improving stakeholder relations.