Operations Director

Ref: 379650

Cheshire, UK

£120,000

• Permanent
• Global Supply Chain Expert
• Operational Efficiency Leader
• Cost Reduction Specialist

About the candidate

An accomplished Operations Director with extensive global expertise in supply chain and logistics management. With proven success across various markets including Asia, Scandinavia, Turkey, Europe, the US, and the UK, this candidate is a strategic leader adept at implementing innovative operational changes that drive stakeholder engagement, customer service improvements, and significant cost savings. Experienced in logistics, procurement, sourcing, and major business reorganisations, they have contributed to award-winning planning, contract management, final mile delivery, and supply chain innovation. Known as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and change catalyst, this candidate has a strong record of speaking at industry seminars and contributing to supply chain advancements.

What makes them great?

• Secured year-on-year cash savings of £6.7m to £10.9m through effective procurement and supply chain operations.
• Implemented electronic/paperless PO processes, achieving over £9m in savings in a single fiscal year.
• Reduced container arrival inaccuracy from 74% to less than 28%, enhancing stock availability and customer service.
• Decreased operational costs while increasing throughput and implementing successful site strategies, further improving operational efficiency.

Areas of expertise

• Global Supply Chain Management
• Operational Excellence
• Cost Reduction Strategies
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Strategic Business Reorganizations
• Logistics and Procurement Sourcing