Operations Manager

Operations Manager who has previous experience in operations, warehouse management or logistics with good team leadership, organisational and communication skills is required for a well-established warehouse and distribution company based in Milton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire.

SALARY: up to £60,000 per annum + Profit Share + Benefits

LOCATION: Milton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Operations Managerwho has previous experience in operations, warehouse management or logistics with good team leadership, organisational and communication skills.

The company’s Operations Team is a vital part of their business, keeping goods flowing into the warehouses and out again to customers all over the country. They are looking for someone who relishes a challenge, has experience in operations or logistics, and would like to contribute to a cleaner, greener future to lead the team.

The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the day-to-day operations, optimising processes, and ensuring the company adhere to the highest standards of safety, quality and efficiency.

If you are an energetic problem-solver with experience in operations, warehouse management or logistics, and have a desire to make a difference with your career, please read on.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Operations Manager include:

• Management: You will line manage the Operations Team, including the three Warehouse Managers and other operational staff. You will work closely with the Personnel Manager to ensure that you have a well-trained, satisfied and productive workforce at all operational levels

• Health and Safety Oversight: You will be responsible for ensuring that all of the operations are carried out in a safe manner. You will bring a solid understanding of industry best practices, legal compliance, and trends in operations management, and will make sure the company policies and procedures are robust and adhered to

• Stock Control: You will manage and update our stock system to ensure that the real-time stock values for products remain accurate

• Logistics: You will ensure that customers receive prompt and helpful logistics advice and work with the delivery partners to maximise customer success

The role will primarily be based in the offices in Milton, on the outskirts of Cambridge, and nearby warehouses in the south of the city. You will be expected to travel from time to time to the company’s other warehouse and office in Glasgow.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

As the Operations Manager you will have prior experience in logistics, warehouse management or operations, are a fair but firm manager of people, and share the company’s passion for renewable energy. You also relish a challenge!

• You will need to have some experience in a related field such as warehouse management, operations or logistics. If your experience is in another area but you think you have transferable skills, then send in your CV - if you are strong in other areas the company may consider your application

• You are a people person and are good at both managing a team and in taking the initiative and achieving outcomes independently. You present a friendly but professional face to both colleagues and customers. You have the ability to inspire and motivate teams to work together to achieve exceptional results. You are prepared to make tough but fair decisions

• You have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external

• You are organised and efficient and take pride in what you do. You have good attention to detail whilst keeping track of the bigger picture. You are thorough, and can easily pick up new systems and practices

• You will have excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a hands-on attitude to practical problems

• You are passionate about the environment and making a difference

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P12047

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