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Operations Manager

Ref: 585531

Leicester, UK

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Logistics Expert
  • Operations Efficiency Enhancer
  • Team Leadership Proficient

About the candidate

A highly accomplished Operations, Warehouse, and Logistics Manager, this individual possesses extensive experience across various sectors, with a demonstrated ability to optimise processes, enhance operational efficiencies, and apply lean organisational principles effectively. With a robust background in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and material management, they have thrived in diverse environments ranging from SMEs to large corporate settings. This candidate is particularly adept at leading teams towards operational excellence, managing budgets meticulously, and cultivating valuable stakeholder relationships, always grounded in industry best practices for sustainable business growth.

What makes them great?

  • Successfully led a factory relocation to increase the operational space significantly, achieving the move within the set budget and timelines, all while maintaining order fulfilment rates.
  • Implemented critical logistics strategies, producing a 23% budget surplus for the fiscal year 23/24 and enhancing customer satisfaction as indicated by improved net promotor scores.
  • Achieved a 15% decrease in order processing times through streamlined warehouse operations, enhancing both speed and accuracy.
  • Reduced product lead-times drastically from 14 weeks to 8 weeks, increasing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Introduced a variety of efficiency-boosting measures across roles, leading to significant cost savings and process improvements, including a 25% productivity increase in warehouse operations and reduction in pick time by 40%.

Areas of expertise

  • Project Management: Skilled in overseeing and coordinating projects efficiently.
  • Coaching and Training: Experienced in developing team skills and competences.
  • Strategy Development: Adept at crafting strategies that enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Budgetary Oversight: Proven track record of managing financial resources judiciously.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Expert in engaging with stakeholders to foster strong business relations.