Head of Fulfilment Jobs
The Head of Fulfilment is expected to develop and implement a robust logistics strategy across all market channels and manage the operational budget.
Responsible for leading the overall fulfilment operation for the whole organisation, the focus for this position to improve working practices to maximise efficiency and profitability across the operation. They oversee all cross-functional operational relationships to ensure business targets are met by providing leadership, motivation and by driving performance daily.
The skills required
The Head of Fulfilment should be a passionate and innovative leader who is willing to undertake ad hoc tasks for the good of the business. Excellent communication skills are required to influence at all levels as well as the ability to work on initiative in a highly pressurised environment.
Extensive knowledge of operational processes and practices with a familiarity of cross functional working is essential. They should be able to demonstrate operations management skills and have had previous involvement in project work.
Head of Fulfilment Jobs in Eastbourne
Many of us will have preconceived ideas about the nature of the Eastbourne identity, and unusually, most of us will probably be about right! It’s a south coast seaside town geared up for tourism, and the demographic is tipped towards the upper end of the age range. We might be surprised by the size of it, however. Its population is around the 100,000 mark, making it a rather large town, and if the demographic spread remains the same, this figure will probably grow as we are now living longer.
As well as families, groups, couples and individuals taking a break in Eastbourne, its Victorian splendour is seen as a bracing backdrop for conferences and AGMs, and it’s a sector the town is pushing quite strongly.
From a logistics, procurement and supply chain point of view, these facts are quite interesting, as it’s not just industry that has a need for moving large amounts of things around. Tourism is a huge consumer of perishable and non-perishable goods, and it all needs storing and distributing with its specific requirements being observed. For this reason, Head of Fulfilment vacancies crop up from time to time in Eastbourne, so it’s always worth getting in touch if you’re looking for this kind of work here.
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Cast UK was founded by specialists in logistics, supply chain and procurement so we know your sector inside and out.
We have jobs in all areas of the UK, so are perfectly placed to find you work wherever you are located. Our team of recruitment specialists have extensive experience in their areas of expertise and our consultants work with clients and candidates from across the UK.
Employers approach us to find candidates because they are confident that we will be able to fill their managerial and executive vacancies. So do get in touch if you’re looking for a job in logistics; there’s a good chance a vacancy will arise with your name on it.
To find out more about how Cast UK can help you recruit a Head of Fulfilment for your business or find you a job as a Head of Fulfilment, then contact one of our consultant team on 0333 121 3345.
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