Operations/ Project Manager

Ref: 532060

notting

£60,000

• Permanent
• Business Improvement Expert
• Experienced Project Manager
• Immediately Available

About the candidate

An accomplished Operations Manager with a proven track record of delivering business improvement, continuous improvement, and effective project management across a variety of sectors, including FMCG, manufacturing, retail, freight management, automotive, utilities, aerospace, eCommerce, and more. This candidate is skilled in managing diverse business units and projects, from new site setups and operational startups to eBilling and operational efficiency improvements. They are adept in handling sensitive trade union relations, designing and controlling operational and commercial agreements, and managing metrics including SLAs and KPIs. Their experience spans working with notable clients in their respective fields, showcasing versatility and adaptability in meeting various operational demands.

What makes them great?

• Led roles that resulted in significant cost savings and revenue improvements, including a circa £250k annual saving on fleet maintenance and a circa £120k saving on facilities contracts.
• Achieved a 20% increase in own fleet revenue and a 15% increase in subcontract revenue.
• Recovered around £400k in revenue leakage and designed a new dedicated radial solution that benefitted the business significantly.

Areas of expertise

• Business Improvement: Leveraging skills to enhance operation efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement: Focused on ongoing operational enhancements.
• 3PL Management: Experienced in managing third-party logistics providers.
• Inventory Management: Skilled in optimizing inventory levels and processes.
• Project Management: Expertise in overseeing diverse projects.
• Process Engineering: Knowledgeable in streamlining processes for efficiency.
• Solution Design: Designing tailored solutions for complex operational challenges.
• Business Migration: Leading successful business transition and migration projects.
• TUPE Transfers: Managing staff transfers with sensitivity and legality.