Operations manager

A rapidly growing distribution business operating direct to consumers is now seeking an Operations Manager to lead their team to continued success. Reporting directly to the MD, the intention of this Operations Manager post is to streamline the business and its processes in order to maintain their high quality and service standards, as the business continues to flourish. Mid to long term, the plan is to promote you to director level, making this role more of an Operations Director Designate position. You will manage three main functions of the business, with three managers directly reporting to you and a team of 35+ behind them. There are sites across three other countries that will also need streamlining, ensuring they match the UK site #39;s processes and standards. This company is on the precipice of greatness, which will progress them from mid-sized SME with 130 members of staff. You will have the opportunity to implement real change, making this a very challenging role, with even greater rewards as you implement change. Some of Operations Manager main responsibilities are listed below: Plan and utilise resources in each department with the aim of running an efficient, cost-effective operation. Monitor / control KPIs to achieve business, financial and service targets Train, motivate, manage and lead your teams, identifying and nurturing strengths, identifying areas for development Oversee the operational processes for the entire business ensuring that they are as efficient and growth ready as possible To ensure the direct labour resource is utilised to maximum productivity and P L Produce operational reports to support the rollout of new operational systems, processes and procedures Build excellent working relationships with wider internal teams Responsibility for assurance across Quality and Health Safety standards The ideal Operations Manager will have worked within a complex supply chain environment, ideally within B2C distribution, although there are a lot of synergies between B2C and B2B. You will be used to a lot of commercial exposure whilst maintaining a very analytical approach with high attention to detail. If you are looking to join a growing business able to provide you with autonomy and support when needed, and you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the link to this advert. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity