Birmingham
Transport, Logistics
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
11/11/2024
02/12/2024
Operations Manager
Birmingham
£45,000 - £50,000 + Benefits
Role Profile:
Cast UK are supporting a leading distribution business in Birmingham is seeking a proactive and experienced Operations Manager to oversee and optimise their day-to-day operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong background in logistics, supply chain management, or distribution operations to drive efficiency and operational excellence within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Operational Leadership: Lead, manage, and inspire a team to ensure smooth daily operations within the distribution centre, meeting productivity and efficiency targets.
* Process Optimisation: Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline workflows.
* Inventory Management: Oversee inventory control processes to ensure accurate and timely stock management and fulfillment.
* Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards to create a safe working environment.
* Customer Service Excellence: Maintain a high standard of service for both internal and external customers, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
* Budgeting & Cost Control: Manage the operational budget and contribute to cost-saving initiatives.
* Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of continuous improvement, leading projects aimed at enhancing operational performance.
Key Skills and Experience:
* Proven Experience: Solid experience in an operations management role, ideally within a distribution, logistics, or supply chain environment.
* Leadership Ability: Strong leadership skills with experience in team management and a track record of motivating and developing team members.
* Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, with the ability to interpret data to inform decision-making and strategy.
* Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to overcoming operational challenges.
* Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
Renumeration:
£45,000 - £50,000 + Benefits
About Cast UK:
Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com.