Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Harlow

£54,300 + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Operations Manager with a strong background in warehousing, transport and distribution? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where operational excellence, people leadership and customer service are at the heart of success?

A leading UK distribution business is seeking an Operations Manager to take full responsibility for a busy multi-functional operation in Harlow. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation, ambitious growth plans and a people-first culture.

The Role

Reporting into senior operational leadership, you will have overall accountability for warehouse and transport operations, site facilities, budgets and operational performance.

Leading a team of operational managers and frontline colleagues, you will be responsible for delivering high levels of service, driving efficiencies, maintaining compliance and developing a high-performing culture across the site.

Key responsibilities include:

Full leadership of warehouse and transport operations

Ownership of operational budgets and cost control

Driving productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives

Leading, developing and coaching management teams

Ensuring customer service and operational KPIs are achieved

Managing resource planning across the operation

Maintaining compliance across Health & Safety, transport and site facilities

Supporting business growth through operational excellence and strong stakeholder engagement

Producing operational reports and performance analysis for senior management

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Proven experience in an Operations Manager position within logistics, distribution, warehousing or FMCG environments

Strong warehouse and transport management experience

Experience managing large operational teams through direct reports

Commercial awareness with budget and P&L responsibility

A track record of improving operational performance and driving continuous improvement

Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong understanding of Health & Safety and operational compliance requirements

The ability to influence, motivate and develop teams at all levels

Experience within a high-volume, fast-moving distribution environment would be highly advantageous.

What's on Offer?

Salary of £54,300

Attractive benefits package

Opportunity to lead a significant operation within a market-leading business

Career development and progression opportunities

Supportive and collaborative culture

Stable and growing organisation with long-term investment plans

If you are a driven operational leader looking for your next challenge and have the experience to lead a complex logistics operation, we would like to hear from you.