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Operations Director

Ref: 129341

Watford, UK

£85,000

  • Permanent
  • Change Management Expert
  • Global Supply Chain Specialist
  • Operations Efficiency Leader

About the candidate

This candidate is a resilient and results-driven Operations Director with substantial experience in leading transformative change initiatives, optimising global supply chains, and driving operational excellence and business growth across diverse industries. This professional has a robust track record in implementing ISO standards, ethical sourcing practices, and quality assurance protocols, substantially improving efficiency and compliance across manufacturing and retail environments. Well-versed in managing complex international logistics, this candidate has consistently delivered cost reductions while maintaining high product quality and customer satisfaction. They have proven expertise in negotiating high-value contracts and fostering strong relationships with global partners and stakeholders.

What makes them great?

  • Demonstrated ability to oversee change management programmes that align with strategic goals, notably refining roles and enhancing compliance with ETI base codes.
  • Successfully implemented an ISO-compliant business manual into company CRM, enhancing operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
  • Executed strategic purchasing principles, reinforcing supply chain robustness with ETI base code standards.
  • Led significant projects delivering over £2M of hardware to 17 countries, demonstrating strong project management and coordination skills.
  • Achieved an 18% reduction in non-conformance issues with key suppliers through improved information exchange schemes.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Operations Management - Streamlining business functions to enhance efficiency and achieve strategic goals.
  • Quality Assurance & Compliance - Ensuring products and processes meet regulatory standards and best practices.
  • Global Sourcing & Procurement - Developing robust sourcing strategies to optimize product quality and cost.
  • Team Leadership & Development - Building and leading teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Supply Chain Optimisation - Enhancing supply chain processes for improved speed and reduced costs.
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation - Identifying potential risks and implementing proactive measures to mitigate them.
  • Project Management (Prince2) - Leading projects from conception to completion, ensuring objectives are met on time and within budget.
  • Business Process Improvement - Driving enhancements to business processes for better efficiency and productivity.