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.