Transport and Operations Director
4 weeks ago
Job Description
We are seeking a General Manager to lead our Transport and Operations team at our site in Rugby.
As General Manager, you will report to the Operations Director and be responsible for leading and engaging your team to deliver optimal business performance. You will create and implement operational plans to meet current and future business strategy across the wider network.
This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary and package. You will be expected to work Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5/5.30pm (depending on lunch taken).
Key Responsibilities:
- Formulate the Retail strategy with the Operations Director.
- Deliver and execute the strategy across the retail sector.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and value addition.
- Establish and maintain effective relations with customers.
- Manage sector performance to maximise revenue, control costs, and drive profits.
- Work with Operations Managers to identify and drive efficiencies.
- Utilise compliance and maintenance information to minimise risk and drive profitability.
- Identify trends and develop solutions in areas such as driver compliance, accidents, and risk assessments.
- Line manage Operations Managers.
- Ensure processes are in place for clear, timely, and consistent communication across the sector.
- Work with the Retail HR Business Partner to devise and maintain succession plans.
- Oversee staff and driver training, including performance management.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a similar role with strong leadership and people management skills.
- Strategic experience and confidence in leading the creation and delivery of strategy.
- High commercial acumen and excellent customer relationship management.
- Experience in different industry sectors, including 3PL, Transport, and Warehousing.
- Management CPC holder.
- Ability to utilise management information suites to ensure proactive management of O license obligations.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Additional Information:
We are an inclusive and diverse organisation committed to employee development and recognising success. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee, giving you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics.
We offer a wide range of benefits, including:
- Annual leave - 25 days + 8 bank holidays.
- Private medical cover.
- Car allowance.
- Pension scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Wellness programme.
- Eye care vouchers.
- Reward and recognition programme.
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