Operations Manager

Ref: AS7570704

Chester, UK

£45,000

• Permanent
• Cost-Effective Management
• Strategic Planning
• Team Leadership

About the candidate

The candidate is an accomplished Operations Manager with a solid seven-year background in transport management across the logistics sector. They bring a proactive approach to streamlining operations, enhancing team productivity, and ensuring stringent regulatory compliance. Through their career, they have demonstrated a capacity for improving operational efficiency and are adept at navigating the logistical challenges of a fast-paced environment.

This professional has excelled in roles that required a deep understanding of transport dynamics and team leadership. Their strategic planning skills are complemented by a robust commercial awareness which plays a critical role in budget management and cost control in their projects.

What makes them great?

• Cost Reduction and Budget Management: Successfully negotiated with suppliers to reduce operational costs, enhancing financial performance.
• Problem-Solving and Commercial Awareness: Tackles operational challenges with innovative solutions that also cater to budget constraints and commercial objectives.
• Project Leadership: Led initiatives that improved fleet utilization by 30%, directly contributing to the bottom line.

Areas of expertise

• Regulatory Compliance: Proficient in maintaining stringent compliance with both UK and EU transport laws, ensuring all operations align with legal requirements.
• Operational Efficiency: Proven ability to enhance workflow and route efficiency, achieving a 20% increase in route efficiency through strategic changes.
• Team Leadership and Development: Known for a motivational leadership style that fosters a culture of safety, efficiency, and accountability.