Retail-Full Time Operations Manager

Operations & Supply Chain Manager – UK Grocery Retail Startup Location: Central London Position Type: Full-Time. Start Date: Immediate preferred We are a group of start up and retail experts, launching a new grocery concept in the UK. If you\’re motivated by building from scratch, driving impact, and growing with a company, we\’d love to meet you. We’re looking for an experienced Operations & Supply Chain Manager to take full ownership of operations across our growing retail footprint. This role requires someone who can be hands-on when needed but also structured and process-driven enough to lay the foundation for sustainable growth. Store Launch & Operations: Lead operational setup for new store openings — from layout planning to stock arrival and tech implementation. ~ Process Design & Implementation: Work closely with the tech team to ensure business processes are supported by tech as much as possible. ~ Inventory & Supply Chain: Work cross-functionally to ensure inventory is moving as planned, shelves are stocked, and back-of-house systems are functioning smoothly. ~ Tech & Systems Management: Coordinate with the tech team to ensure the day-to-day functioning of in-store tech and payment systems, ensuring minimal downtime. ~ Health & Safety Compliance: Set and maintain health and safety standards in line with regulations. ~ Team Onboarding & Training: Support training and onboarding of store staff, including process documentation and best practices. ~ Travel: Regular travel required between store locations, especially during launch and setup periods. ~Manage metrics and KPIs around store productivity, shrinkage, and stock availability (in collaboration with commercial). Proven experience in store operations and/or supply chain management — ideally in retail, FMCG, or startup environments. Willingness to travel frequently and be on-site as needed. Immediate availability is ideal. Compensation: competitive package