Automotive Operations Director

2 days ago


Darlington, Darlington, United Kingdom Manpower UK Ltd Full time

At Manpower UK Ltd, we are seeking an experienced leader to join our team as a Depot Manager at our Darlington site.

About the Role:
  1. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the Darlington Operations team, with a focus on promoting commercial success and delivering exceptional service to customers.
  2. Key objectives include effectively managing the team's P&L, ensuring maximum revenue while controlling costs within budget, and maintaining the depot and surrounding site to the highest standards of SHEQ compliance, operational functionality, and cleanliness.
  3. Achieving departmental and depot KPIs is crucial, including meeting targets for depot performance, staff efficiency, client satisfaction, and SHEQ compliance.
  4. We are looking for a talented individual who can develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, identify new business opportunities, expand the customer base, and collaborate with the Sales, Commercial, and Marketing teams to drive repeat business and growth.
  5. The ideal candidate will ensure data integrity across various systems, including CRM, ERP, Works Management, and SHEQ portals, as well as maintaining effective communication with clients.
  6. Fostering a positive work environment, recruiting, and retaining top talent will be key responsibilities of this role, as we strive to become an employer of choice in the region.

We offer a competitive salary range of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes pension scheme, life insurance, and generous annual leave entitlement.


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