Global Operational Excellence Director

Ref: 126292

Milton Keynes, UK

£120,000 | £800 per day

• Permanent / Contract
• Strategic Operations Leadership
• Supply Chain Innovation
• Operational Excellence

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Global Operational Excellence Director with over 20 years of international management experience. Vastly knowledgeable in Supply Chain and Operations Management, the candidate has executed high-impact roles in various sectors such as retail, e-commerce, IT, consulting, and automotive. Through their career, they have consistently driven process improvements and innovation, focusing on maximising productivity and customer satisfaction.

With a robust educational background including strategic innovation programmes from esteemed institutions and an MBA, the candidate brings a deep understanding of operations, project management, and effective business strategy. Their global exposure enables them to navigate complex business environments effectively.

Recent roles include leading company-wide implementations that increased forecast accuracy and optimised labor planning, delivering exceptional operational transformations, and innovating supply chain processes across multiple continents.

What makes them great?

• Proven Track Record: Increased forecast accuracy by 15% and optimised labor planning by 32% through S&OP implementation in a multinational retail setting.
• Innovation Leadership: Successfully introduced new product ranges and oversaw end-to-end processes enhancing stock control and distribution.
• Strategic Implementations: Played a key role in warehouse management system developments, driving technological advancements within logistics centers.
• Cost Reduction: Led initiatives that resulted in significant cost savings, including a £3.6M tax-benefited warehouse project and innovations saving over £1M in logistics.

Areas of expertise

• Supply Chain Management: Deep expertise in end-to-end supply chain management and logistics, enhancing efficiency and forecasting accuracy.
• Operations Management: Proficient at overseeing large-scale operational functions and performance improvements in multiple geographical locations.
• Project Management: Experienced in leading complex projects with significant impact on operations and business strategy.
• Innovation and Strategy: Skilled at introducing cutting-edge technologies and strategic initiatives that drive business growth and operational excellence.
• Automation and Digital Transformation: Leading transformation projects that include warehouse management system upgrades and implementation of advanced technologies.