Job Title: Senior Operations Manager Location: North London Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum Role: Permanent – Full Time Overview We are recruiting for a Senior Operations Manager to join a highly successful, privately owned business operating one of the largest and most complex sites within its sector. This Senior Operations Manager opportunity offers responsibility for a substantial operational area generating circa £30 million in annual revenue and leading a team of approximately 50-60 colleagues through a team of supervisors. The Senior Operations Manager will oversee a fast-paced operation combining the pace of large-format retail with the complexity of a depot and distribution environment. The role is responsible for customer flow, stock availability, yard operations, materials handling, vehicle movements and team performance within a high-volume trading environment. This is not a sales-driven role. The successful Senior Operations Manager will focus on operational excellence, maintaining high standards, developing teams, improving productivity and ensuring customers receive an exceptional experience. The business offers genuine autonomy and would suit an ambitious Senior Operations Manager , Operations Manager , Branch Manager or Distribution Manager looking to take on greater scale and responsibility. Ideal Candidate Experience leading large teams within a high-volume retail, depot, wholesale, logistics or distribution environment Experience managing through supervisors, team leaders or department managers Strong people leadership and performance management capability Able to balance operational detail with a wider site overview Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, customer-facing environment Strong communication and coaching skills Ability to make decisions quickly and effectively Ambitious and capable of progressing into larger leadership opportunities Senior Operations Manager Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and motivate a team of approximately 50-60 colleagues Manage through supervisors to drive operational performance and accountability Ensure products remain available and operational standards remain high Drive customer service and customer throughput across the operation Allocate resources effectively to meet changing operational demands Lead performance management, coaching and team development Maintain high standards of health and safety compliance Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks Support succession planning and leadership development Drive continuous improvement across the operation Commutable Locations: Enfield, Barnet, Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, Potters Bar, Borehamwood, Finchley, Watford, Hertford, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, St Albans, Harlow, North London and surrounding areas. If you're an experienced Senior Operations Manager , Operations Manager , Depot Manager , Branch Manager , Distribution Manager or Warehouse Operations Manager and thrive in a high-volume operational environment, you could be a key part of our client's team and we'd love to hear from you! APPLY NOW for immediate consideration for this Senior Operations Manager opportunity. This role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi sector recruiter. We believe that you matter and care about unlocking your full potential. Work with us to find your perfect role and start your journey today. LET'S GET SOCIAL: Web: https://mccarthyrecruitment.com/job/ LinkedIn: McCarthy Recruitment Facebook: McCarthyRecruitment Instagram: McCarthyRecruitmentLtd The Legal Bit: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the processing of your data please contact us at the office and we will respond to your query
Senior Operations Manager employer: McCarthy Recruitment
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