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Director of Operations

Ref: 556002

Gloucestershire

£90,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Planning
  • Supply Chain Excellence
  • Operational Transformation

About the candidate

This dynamic Director of Operations brings extensive leadership and strategic planning experience, primarily within the manufacturing and FMCG sectors. With a documented history of facilitating substantial cost reductions, revenue growth, and process optimisation across multiple organisations, this candidate has proven to be integral in transformational changes.

Particularly skilled in end-to-end supply chain management, implementing ERP systems, and spearheading operational excellence, their expertise extends to leading cultural transformations within sizable teams. The candidate's strategic mindset is complemented by a hands-on approach to developing and executing business and operational strategies, ensuring sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

What makes them great?

  • Successfully implemented a Lean programme across an organisation resulting in over £200,000 in savings and 3,000 hours in the first year.
  • Directed a project bringing blending operations in-house, avoiding costs of £1.3m annually and improving output volumes by 12%.
  • Achieved a revenue increase of 100% within the first year by redefining the company's strategic direction and optimising team structures.

Areas of expertise

  • End to End Supply Chain Management: Proficient in overseeing all aspects from demand planning and resource allocation to production and delivery where significant improvements in efficiency and cost reduction were consistently achieved.
  • Strategic Planning and Execution: Adept at translating business visions into actionable plans, which have historically increased revenue and market presence.
  • Operational and Cultural Transformation: Experience in leading change which invigorates organisations, leading to improved performance and employee engagement.
  • Leadership and Team Development: Committed to nurturing talent, fostering a proactive workplace culture, and building high-performance teams.