Operations/Sales Manager

Kenway Tyres UK Limited

Operations/Sales Manager - Aberdeen

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)Hours: Full-time - 44 hours per weekBenefits: Bonus scheme, life cover, staff purchase discount, and generous company pension contributions

Are you a results-driven leader with a passion for both operational excellence and driving sales performance? Do you have the vision and skills to inspire teams, optimise processes, and grow business opportunities? If you’re ready to lead and deliver impactful results, this is the role for you!

Why This Role?

Our client, a leading wholesale distributor in the motor trade across the North of Scotland, is looking for an Operations/Sales Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering operational efficiency while driving sales growth. This key role will oversee operations at the Aberdeen and Dundee depots, ensuring exceptional customer service and profitable sales outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

1. Lead Operational Excellence:

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth workflows, optimised processes, and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Foster a culture of collaboration and efficiency across all teams.

2. Drive Sales Performance:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow revenue and market share.
• Identify new business opportunities and maintain strong relationships with existing customers to ensure repeat business.
• Collaborate with the sales team to set and achieve ambitious targets.

3. Team Leadership:

• Inspire and manage a skilled team, ensuring accountability and fostering professional development.
• Lead by example to motivate staff and create a culture of success.

4. Strategic Planning and Budget Management:

• Develop and implement operational and sales strategies that align with the company's long-term goals.
• Manage budgets effectively to meet financial objectives, improve profitability, and minimise costs.

5. Customer-Centric Initiatives:

• Ensure customer needs are met with exceptional service and support.
• Implement practices that prioritise customer satisfaction while balancing operational and sales goals.

6. Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all operations comply with relevant regulations, including Health & Safety and quality standards, to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

About You:

• You are a confident and proactive leader who thrives in fast-paced environments.
• You have proven experience in operations and sales management, with a track record of achieving revenue targets and operational success.
• Your strategic mindset enables you to identify growth opportunities and implement solutions effectively.
• You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, building strong relationships with teams, customers, and stakeholders.
• You are commercially astute, with the ability to balance operational and sales priorities to maximise profitability.

What We’re Looking For:

• Demonstrated success in operations and sales management roles, preferably in the service or retail sectors.
• A strong ability to lead teams and deliver on both KPIs and revenue targets.
• Experience in budget management, financial oversight, and cost-efficiency strategies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational compliance standards, including Health & Safety.
• A willingness to travel between the Aberdeen and Dundee depots as required.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to become a key player in a forward-thinking company that values its people and rewards success. Our client offers a supportive environment where you can expand your skills, achieve your career goals, and be part of a high-performing team.

Our client is an equal opportunity and Living Wage employer.

If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference, apply now and take the next step in your career with a company that’s as ambitious as you are!