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Operations Director

Ref: 577385

Bedford, UK

£100,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Business Growth
  • Operational Excellence
  • Revenue Growth

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly experienced senior leader in the field of contract logistics. With comprehensive expertise managing extensive operations and teams across the UK and Ireland, this candidate has driven significant commercial and operational success in various high-tech and industrial environments.

Coming from a background overseeing operations generating revenues upwards of £120 million annually, the candidate has excelled in areas such as new site implementations, P&L management, and strategic planning. They have demonstrated exceptional capability in negotiating substantial contracts and fostering substantial business growth, and they have also played a pivotal role in strategic transformations and operational procurement for high-profile sectors, including aerospace, cloud services, and defence.

What makes them great?

  • Revenue Growth: Spearheaded initiatives that expanded business from £73 million to £130 million in revenue within five years through strategic direction and implementation of innovative logistics solutions.
  • Operational Excellence: Led transformative projects that resulted in major efficiency improvements, cost savings, and a culture of continuous improvement, contributing over £550k annually delivered to the bottom line.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Negotiated and secured decade-spanning contracts with major industry players, ensuring long-term business stability and growth.

Areas of expertise

  • Logistics Management: Skilful in managing large-scale logistics operations, including oversight of 17 sites, 1,100 colleagues, c£130m pa annual revenue.
  • Strategic Planning and Execution: Proven track record in formulating strategic business approaches that significantly elevate company performance and competitiveness.
  • Contract Negotiation: Experienced in securing lucrative contracts and fostering beneficial partnerships that yield long-term returns and substantial revenue growth.