Job Title: Head of Operations - Distribution Salary: £65,000-£75,000 Benefits: Include Car, Bonus and Private Health CareLocation: East MidlandsThis is a Head of Operations position with an impressive food distribution company. They require someone to lead the day to day operation and be a key cog in leading the next phase of growth in their contract division. Reporting into the Operations Director, the role will be managing the day to day operation, including the warehouse, office and transport functions, ensuring delivery of all consignments on a daily basis to customers. All commitments and liabilities are met as efficiently as possible and to the lowest cost.They are therefore looking to appoint a talented candidate to co-ordinate all of this distribution at a long-standing operation and a new site. You must have a background in food distribution, to lead and empower the team, 'Think laterally' to challenge what is in place and drive out unnecessary costs, maximise loads for greater efficiencies and ensure collections and deliveries are managed effectively.IDEAL CANDIDATE* Proven track record as a Senior Operations Manager role in a food distribution company* Proactive rather than reactive to resolve issues from arising* Continuous Improvement skillset to take out cost and improve efficiencies * Excellent planning and organisational skills* Strong leader with excellent communication skills to engage effectively all stakeholders.If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please get in touch with Will Malcolm at or call for more information.By applying to this advertised job, you consent for Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd to hold your information. At your request, this can also be sent to you.
Back to searchHead of Operations - Distribution
Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 24 days
Northampton, Northamptonshire NN2 7FW
£60,000 - £72,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Head of Operations - Distribution position offers a salary ranging from £65,000 to £75,000, along with benefits such as a car, bonus, and private health care.
- This role is with a prominent food distribution company located in the East Midlands.
- The successful candidate will manage daily operations, including warehouse, office, and transport functions, while ensuring efficient delivery to customers.
- Candidates must have a proven track record in a Senior Operations Manager role within food distribution and possess strong leadership and communication skills.
- A minimum of several years of experience in a similar position is required to effectively drive improvements and efficiencies.
