Finance and Operations Director

MRK Associates is proud to be exclusively partnering with sports brand, A.L.O.B. Ltd, in the search for their next Finance and Operations Director. With household brand names, an excellent reputation in the marketplace and an upward trajectory, this is a superb opportunity to join this £5.5m turnover Sports Retail business at an exciting time.

Company Overview

A.L.O.B. Ltd is a leading retailer of own brand Sports Equipment & Games, trading under three specialist brands: Ram Rugby, Ram Cricket, and Uber Games. More than just products, we create experiences that unite people through sport and play.

• Ram Rugby: For over 25 years Ram Rugby has supplied 1,000s of clubs, schools, universities and corporates each year with a wide range of high-quality rugby equipment and apparel. In recent years we have experienced significant growth direct to consumer via our website and marketplaces such as Amazon and Decathlon.
• Ram Cricket: For over 20 years Ram Cricket has supplied 1,000s of clubs, schools, counties and corporates each year with a wide range of high-quality cricket equipment and apparel. In recent years we have experienced significant growth direct to consumer via our website and marketplaces such as Amazon and Decathlon.
• Uber Games: Passionate about premium, handcrafted games for over 20 years, Uber Games offers garden classics like Giant Chess & Croquet alongside high-quality indoor games such as Carrom and Backgammon.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance & Operations Director to lead our financial & operational functions within our business. This pivotal role requires both a hands-on & strategic thinker with a proven track record in financial management, logistics, and supply chain operations. It is a great opportunity for someone to come in and review current processes and implement changes, end to end, to ensure smooth running of the business through automation. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the company's growth and ensuring operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance:

• SMT: Collaborate with the senior management team supporting the analysis of and shaping the strategy for the Company.
• Strategy & Planning: Lead the company’s financial strategy, planning, and analysis to support business growth and profitability across the company P&L.
• Financial reporting: Responsible for the weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes - including budgeting, forecasting and monthly management accounts including cash flow forecasting.
• Team Management: Overseeing team of 2, ensuring accurate management of supplier invoices, bank reconciliations and ad-hoc orders and VAT.
• Payroll: Manage payroll and company pension scheme.
• Corporate: Responsible for maintaining documentation with companies house, trademarks organisations and contracts with trade partners.

Operations:

• Stock Forecasting and Management: Both operationally and financially.
• Logistics & Supply Chain Oversight: Manage freight, logistics, and stock control to ensure efficient operations and timely delivery of products.
• Supplier Management: Managing 3PL relationships for outsourced warehousing in the Midlands.
• Operational Leadership: Streamline operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Team Management: Lead and develop the finance and operations teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high levels of customer service.

Key Requirements

• Experience: ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified with strong academic achievement.
• Proven experience in a senior financial role within an e-commerce or retail B2B & B2C environment.
• Strong background in managing freight, logistics, and stock control for a transaction driven business.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to drive business growth.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams.

MRK Associates have been retained to provide a targeted search and shortlisting process for this position. Any CVs received directly to A.L.O.B. Ltd will be forwarded to MRK Associates and will be included in the process solely as MRK’s introduction.