Head of People - Supply Chain Operations

Ref: AS6819253

Liverpool, UK

£75,000

• Permanent
• Workforce Optimization
• Strategic HR Management
• Union Negotiations

About the candidate

The candidate is an experienced Head of People, specialising in supply chain operations with over ten years of hands-on experience in human resources within diverse, high-volume sectors. Their career has been marked by successful tenures at a large FMCG company, a regional logistics provider, and a national retail chain, where they have effectively led HR strategies and operations. Notably, their expertise lies in managing complex people functions across multiple distribution centres and enhancing workforce capabilities.

They are known for their pragmatic approach and are highly regarded for building strong relationships with operational leaders. This collaborative nature, combined with their skill in data-driven decision-making, allows them to drive significant improvements in employee relations, engagement, and performance in unionised environments.

What makes them great?

• Employee Engagement: Led initiatives that improved employee engagement scores by 20% through strategic leadership and workforce engagement programs.
• Turnover Reduction: Successfully implemented performance systems, reducing turnover by 15% and enhancing productivity.

Areas of expertise

• Workforce Optimization: Proven ability in leading HR functions to optimise workforce planning and talent development across multiple settings.
• Union Negotiations: Skilled in managing delicate union negotiations to foster collaborative work environments and employee satisfaction.
• Strategic HR Management: Adept at aligning HR strategies with business objectives to drive operational efficiency and performance.