Average Director salary in Essex

As an Operations Director in the retail industry, based in Essex and occasional travel to London, you'll oversee and optimise logistics operations to ensure smooth and efficient processes. Your role will play a key part in driving effective operations and supporting the business in meeting its goals.Client DetailsLuxury omni-channel retailer who are marketing leading within their sector.DescriptionJob Summary:Leading a team of approximately 100-120 colleagues, the Director of Operations oversees all supply chain, warehousing, distribution, transport, customer fulfilment, planning, and inventory management activities, ensuring exceptional service delivery whilst driving operational efficiency, cost optimisation and continuous improvement.Main internal relations of this position: Sales, Marketing, Digital & E-comm, Finance, IT, UK Leadership Team, People & Culture, Global Supply Chain & Distribution Teams and Internal Auditors.Main external relations of this position: Third Party Logistics Providers, Transport & Carrier Partners, Technology Providers, Retail Customers, Suppliers & Regulatory Authorities.Key figures and Business figures:- Annual business revenue supported: £110 million- Operational budget responsibility: £10 million- 116,000 square foot distribution facility- Inventory valued up to £18 million- Approximately 11 million units picked, packed and shipped annually- Kitting operation producing approximately 700,000 promotional and gift sets, incorporating over 3 million individual units each yearProfileExcellent relationship management with the natural ability to provide leadership and mentoring.- Background as a Senior Supply Chain Leader, working within a corporate, complex based organisation.- Demonstrated experience of Managing a Warehouse is essential.- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build strong business relationships.- Experience of interpreting complex data sets with the ability to translate into purposeful communications.- High level of organisational and planning skills with attention to detail.- Highly creative with excellent problem-solving skills.Job OfferCompetitive salaryTravel allowanceSenior leadership bonus scheme

As an Operations Director in the transport and distribution industry, based in the UK you'll oversee logistics operations to ensure everything runs efficiently. Your work will play a key role in keeping the organisation's supply chain smooth and reliable.Client DetailsMy client are well established transport and logistics business. Operating across the UK my customer provides specialist logistics services to their customers, ensuring operational efficiency, H&S and long-term commercial partnerships are at the heart of the business culture.DescriptionThe Operations Director is a critical divisional leadership role within this new structure. The Operations Director takes full and clear ownership of day-to-day physical operations across all UK sites - providing the operational discipline, people leadership and financial accountability required to deliver consistently excellent results for customers and the business.Multi-site operations across the UKOperational & Driver Leadership*Accountable for safe, compliant and efficient driver performance across all UK operations, protecting people, assets and reputation*Ensure fleet utilisation and service performance consistently meet agreed KPIs across all UK sites and depotsProfile*Proven experience of progressive leadership experience in logistics, transportation or supply chain operations*Proven track record managing fleet-based transport operations in a multi-site UK environment*Strong P&L management experience with clear personal accountability for operational financial performance*Deep knowledge of UK transport regulations, health and safety legislation and compliance best practices*Demonstrated experience managing driver and depot teams to consistently high safety and performance standards*Experience leading operational teams through periods of growth, change or transformation*Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)Job OfferCompetitive SalaryCompany carHealth carePensionUK based role with travel expected

Your new company Our client is a successful and growing private sector organisation seeking an experienced Finance Director to join its senior leadership team.Reporting to the Managing Director, this is a broad commercial leadership role with responsibility for financial strategy, planning, performance and governance. The Finance Director will act as a trusted adviser to the Board, providing clear insight and constructive challenge to support informed decision-making.This opportunity will suit a commercially focused Finance Director who can operate strategically while remaining close to the business, its people and its key performance drivers.Your new role Partner with the Managing Director and senior leadership team to support business strategy and sustainable growth.Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial modelling and scenario planning.Develop clear and timely management information to support effective commercial decision-making.Increase financial accountability and commercial awareness across the organisation.Provide financial analysis and insight to improve profitability, efficiency and business performance.Support investment decisions, strategic projects and significant commercial initiatives.Maintain robust financial controls, governance and risk management processes.Lead, develop and mentor the finance team.Act as the principal point of contact for auditors, banking partners and professional advisers.Contribute fully as a member of the Board and senior leadership team.What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be an experienced Finance Director or senior finance leader with strong commercial judgement, Board-level credibility and the ability to turn financial information into practical business action.You will also demonstrate:A recognised professional accountancy qualification.Previous experience as a Finance Director, CFO or senior finance leader.Strong commercial and strategic capability, with a track record of influencing business performance.Extensive experience of financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, cash flow management and financial modelling.The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.Confident leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to provide constructive challenge.Experience of operating within a fast-paced, evolving and commercially driven environment.A pragmatic and hands-on approach, with the flexibility to balance strategic and operational priorities.What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to play a significant role in shaping the future direction of an ambitious organisation. The successful Finance Director will become a trusted adviser to the leadership team, helping to strengthen financial performance, support strategic decisions and create long-term value.The package includes a competitive salary of £100,000 to £120,000, performance-related bonus, car allowance and comprehensive benefits.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk