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Operations Director

Ref: 597508

West Yorkshire

£90,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Operations Management
  • Cost Efficiency Expert
  • Leadership & Team Development

About the candidate

Our candidate is a proven leader in Operations Management, having significantly scaled complex multi-site operations and secured substantial P&L growth across the UK. Notably contributing to over £35 million in cost savings, this Senior Operations Director is adept at variegating strategic with day-to-day operational management, ensuring seamless functionality through high-calibre leadership and sharp analytical acumen. Having spearheaded critical initiatives to enhance operating models, negotiate contracts, and cultivate cross-functional team synergy, the candidate presents a robust portfolio primed for dynamic, high-impact environments.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvements: Played a pivotal role in delivering over £35m in cost savings through strategic operational refinements and excellent leadership.
  • Strategic Initiatives: Led a comprehensive 3-year strategic roadmap, achieving a 27% decrease in customer refunds and significantly increasing market share, contributing to a growth in profitability.
  • Operational Excellence: Drove initiatives that saved £20.3m annually by redesigning the operating model and improving network design and process quality.

Areas of expertise

  • Operations Management: Demonstrated capabilities in managing and scaling complex operations across multiple sites, fostering significant cost efficiencies and operational enhancements.
  • Strategic Vision & Execution: Skilful in setting strategic directions and executing plans that spur growth, stability, and competitive market positioning.
  • Risk Management & Quality Improvement: Proficient at identifying risks and implementing robust mitigation strategies to streamline operations and enhance product and process quality.