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Operations Manager

Ref: 156858

UK, Bedford

£70,275

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Supply Chain Leader
  • Operational Excellence
  • Immediately Available

About the candidate

About the Candidate: Armed with over 20 years of seasoned experience in leadership roles across the logistics, retail, and e-commerce sectors, the candidate has mastered the art of driving operational efficiency and managing comprehensive supply chain operations. Notably adept at strategic planning and change management, the candidate combines in-depth knowledge of distribution management, inventory control, and systems optimisation to achieve organisation-wide impacts. Their recent accomplishments in various managerial roles illustrate a deliberate focus on enhancing operational delivery, crises management during transitions, and the implementation of cost-saving initiatives.

What makes them great?

  • Record of Significant Cost Savings: Achieved notable cost reductions and marked efficiency improvements, such as a 20% increase in vehicle utilisation and an 18% cut in delivery costs.
  • Leadership in High-Stakes Environments: Proven capability in leading large teams to exceed service delivery expectations and strategic targets in dynamic, high-pressure settings.
  • Innovative Problem Solving and Implementation: Successfully installed KPI-driven processes that enhanced operational transparency and departmental performance.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Supply Chain Management: Expertise in driving strategic transformation across large-scale logistics and distribution channels to improve overall supply chain efficiency.
  • Operational Excellence: Proficient in enhancing operational delivery and productivity through the implementation of cutting-edge solutions and strategic oversight.
  • Cost Management and Process Improvement: Demonstrated ability in leading cost-cutting initiatives and optimising resource utilisation to significantly boost bottom-line savings.