At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and improve operations in FMCG transport and logistics for a growing company.
- Company: Well-established logistics business with ambitious growth plans.
- Benefits: Executive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Opportunity to shape the future direction of the business.
- Why this job: Make a real impact at executive level in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Senior leadership experience in FMCG transport and strong operational performance skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Operations Director with a proven track record in FMCG transport and logistics? We’re partnering with a well-established and growing logistics business to appoint an exceptional operational leader who can drive performance, profitability and customer excellence across a complex transport operation.
This is a key senior leadership appointment with responsibility for leading operational strategy, developing high-performing teams and delivering outstanding service to major FMCG customers.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Senior leadership experience within FMCG transport, logistics or supply chain operations.
- A proven ability to improve operational performance, efficiency and profitability.
- Strong transport compliance knowledge, including Operator Licence and fleet management.
- Experience leading large operational teams across a fast-paced distribution environment.
- Commercial acumen with the ability to build and maintain key customer relationships.
- A collaborative, hands-on leadership style with a passion for continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership across the transport operation.
- Deliver operational excellence in safety, service, quality and cost.
- Lead, coach and develop transport managers and operational teams.
- Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Support business growth through scalable operational processes.
- Work alongside the senior leadership team to help shape the future direction of the business.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation with ambitious growth plans, offering the chance to make a genuine impact at executive level. If you’ve built your career within FMCG logistics and are ready for your next leadership challenge, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.
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