Director of Operations - Warehousing in Doncaster

Operations Director – Warehousing

Location: UK (Multi-site) – Doncaster based

Reporting to: Managing Director

Lead Operations. Drive Performance. Shape the Future.

Frasle Mobility is a global leader in the automotive aftermarket, supplying high-quality products and innovative solutions to customers worldwide. As our UK business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Operations Director to lead our multi-site warehousing and distribution operation, based at the Doncaster UK HQ.

This is a strategic leadership opportunity for an ambitious operations professional who thrives on delivering operational excellence, leading high-performing teams, and driving continuous improvement across a complex distribution network.

Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the Group Leadership Team in Brazil, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our UK operations while ensuring alignment with the wider global business strategy.

The Opportunity

As Operations Director, you will provide strategic leadership across three UK warehouse and distribution sites, ensuring exceptional customer service, operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, safety, compliance and profitability.

Leading an experienced management team, you will be responsible for developing a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and operational excellence, whilst supporting the ongoing growth and success of the UK business.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and deliver the UK operational strategy aligned with global business objectives.
• Translate Group initiatives into successful operational delivery across all UK locations.
• Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Support business growth through effective capacity planning, scalability and resource management.

Multi-Site Operations

• Provide leadership across three warehouse and distribution facilities.
• Ensure consistent operational standards, processes and performance across all sites.
• Drive improvements in productivity, service, inventory accuracy, quality and efficiency.
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement improvement plans where required.
• Ensure operational resilience and business continuity.

Financial & Commercial Management

• Own and manage operational budgets across the UK operation.
• Deliver annual operating plans and cost reduction initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies and maximise profitability.
• Develop business cases for capital investment and operational improvements.

Supply Chain & Logistics

• Oversee warehousing, inventory management, transportation and distribution activities.
• Ensure optimum stock accuracy and product availability.
• Review freight contracts and supplier performance to deliver value and service improvements.
• Maintain full compliance with HMRC customs warehouse requirements.
• Oversee the Quality function, ensuring standards and deadlines are consistently achieved.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Lead a strong safety culture across all operational sites.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental, customs and legislative requirements.
• Maintain audit readiness and proactively manage operational risk.

Continuous Improvement

• Establish and monitor operational KPIs.
• Analyse performance data to identify trends, opportunities and risks.
• Lead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable operational and financial benefits.
• Ensure systems and processes continue to support business growth.

People Leadership

• Lead, coach and develop the operational leadership team.
• Create a high-performance culture built on accountability, engagement and collaboration.
• Partner with HR to attract, retain and develop talented people across the operation.

About You

We're looking for an inspiring operational leader who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to delivering results.

You'll bring:

• Significant senior leadership experience within warehousing, logistics, distribution or supply chain operations.
• Proven experience managing multiple warehouse or distribution sites.
• A strong track record of delivering operational improvements, cost efficiencies and business growth.
• Experience managing operational budgets and financial performance.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems, inventory control and distribution operations.
• Experience leading large operational teams through senior management structures.
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Outstanding leadership, communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and reporting tools.

It would be advantageous if you also have:

• Experience within the automotive aftermarket, vehicle parts, manufacturing or industrial distribution sectors.
• A degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Management or a related discipline.
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification.
• Experience working within an international organisation and reporting into overseas leadership teams.

Why Join Frasle Mobility UK?

This is a rare opportunity to join a successful international business at a pivotal stage of its growth. You'll have the autonomy to shape UK operations, influence strategic direction and make a significant impact across the organisation while working as part of a global leadership team.

If you're an experienced operations leader looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Package on offer:

• £75,000 - £90,000
• Car or Car Allowance
• Bonus
• Private health scheme

Frasle Mobility UK are working in full partnership with Elevation Recruitment Group on this appointment. All third-party applications will be forwarded to Elevation Recruitment Group for assessment and consideration, who have full ownership of this recruitment process.