Divisional Director Location: South West About Us: With over a century of heritage, Gregory Distribution Ltd is one of the UK's leading logistics service providers. We deliver integrated, high-quality transport and warehousing solutions across a diverse range of sectors including retail, food and beverage, and manufacturing. Our continued success is built on strong family values, a commitment to customer service, and a focus on innovation and sustainability. As a people-first organisation, we empower our colleagues to grow, lead, and shape the future of logistics. Role Overview: An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Divisional Director to join our expanding organisation and play a pivotal role within the business. The successful candidate will assume leadership of a significant operational portfolio, overseeing approximately £50 million in turnover across England and Wales. This role is central to driving profitability, operational excellence, and sustainable growth during a period of strategic expansion. You will be providing strategic insight and operational expertise to inform long-term business planning and investment. Key Responsibilities: Lead sustainable, scalable growth initiatives aligned with long-term business strategy while preserving the organisation's culture and core values. Develop and execute business plans supporting expansion across existing and emerging markets, with a focus on profitability and customer value. Provide leadership to a workforce of 300-400 professionals, building a culture of engagement and high performance. Deliver commercially viable logistics solutions that strengthen client relationships and drive financial success. Hold full P&L accountability, ensuring targets are met through cost control, revenue growth, and disciplined execution. Identify and secure new business opportunities through strategic engagement with clients and partners. Influence board-level stakeholders on key decisions and contribute to strategic direction. Collaborate with Group Support Functions to drive operational excellence and transformation. Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance frameworks, maintaining high standards of quality and risk management. Utilise data-driven insights to improve performance and efficiency. Lead operational development and innovation aligned with market and customer demands. Partner with Finance to manage budgets and forecasts, embedding financial discipline. Lead commercial negotiations, including customer rate reviews. Consistently deliver against financial, operational, compliance, and service KPIs. Develop talent and succession frameworks to support workforce capability and leadership growth. Foster collaboration across the organisation to improve performance and innovation. Oversee employee and industrial relations in line with policy and agreements. Promote a strong health and safety culture across all operations. Skills and Experience Required Significant senior leadership experience within transport, tankers or 3PL, managing complex, multi-site operations. Director or equivalent experience, with a strong track record in strategic planning, governance and decision-making. Proven ability to deliver profitability, operational excellence, and commercial growth at scale. Strong commercial acumen, including contract management, financial performance, and customer negotiations. Experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams and building high-performance cultures. Demonstrated success in business development and securing major client contracts. Strong background in transformation, change leadership, and continuous improvement. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at all levels. Sound understanding of UK logistics compliance, safety, and regulatory frameworks. Technologically literate, with strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capability. Why Gregory Distribution Ltd: An attractive base salary aligned to senior Group‑level appointments including annual performance‑related bonus. A long‑term, career‑defining opportunity within a growing, operationally critical business. Benefits : Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more. Career Growth : Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business. Company Benefits : Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*. Extras : Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day. Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program. Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration. How to Apply: If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now! Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications. Eligibility : Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage. Contact Us : For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs. Note to Recruitment Agencies : We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you. *Subject to terms and conditions.
