Operations Director
Ref: 570439-
Milton Keynes, UK
£100,000 | £750 per day
- Permanent / Contract
- Strategic Planning
- Profit Growth Specialist
- Supply Chain Leadership
About the candidate
A highly skilled Operations Director with substantial expertise from leading roles within various retail and business-to-business sectors such as Homewares, Seasonal, Leisure, Telecoms, and Celebrations. A long career has been marked by a proven track record of combining operational prowess with commercial acumen to drive profitability and efficiency. Known for their authentic leadership style, this candidate has excelled in both large corporate settings and dynamic private equity-owned enterprises.
What makes them great?
- Transformed a wholesale division from a £2 million loss to a £2.5 million profit through strategic planning and operational improvements.
- Achieved a 32% reduction in inventory levels, cutting £1 million in external storage costs and enhancing working capital by £5 million.
- Spearheaded the implementation of an Automated Storage and Retrieval System with no disruption to business activities.
- Introduced Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) processes, significantly improving forecast accuracy and supply chain efficiency.
Areas of expertise
- Operational Efficiency: Proficient in streamlining operations to enhance efficiency and profitability.
- Supply Chain Management: In-depth experience managing end-to-end supply chain processes, from manufacturing to customer fulfilment.
- Profit Growth: Demonstrated ability in implementing strategies that have tangibly improved operational budgets and profitability margins.
- Leadership and Team Development: Recognised for building and leading teams that support strategic objectives and boost commercial performance.