Regional Operations Manager

5 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Michael Page Full time £45,000 - £65,000 per year

This role oversees day-to-day transport operations for a leading distribution business, ensuring full compliance, efficient fleet performance and strong operational delivery. The Regional Operations Manager will lead and develop the transport team while driving safety, service quality and continuous improvement across the London site.

Client Details

Our client is a long-established, family-owned business within the distribution and services sector. With a strong regional presence and a reputation for safety, reliability and customer service, they are continuing to modernise operations and enhance their transport capability. Due to sustained growth and strategic investment, they are seeking an experienced Regional Operations Manager to lead transport and site operations across their South East region.

Description

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Regional Operations Manager will take full responsibility for the effective running of a high-volume transport and logistics function, ensuring all activities are compliant, efficient and aligned with company standards.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading day-to-day transport operations, including scheduling, routing and resource allocation
  • Managing a team of drivers, planners and operational staff, fostering a culture of safety and performance
  • Ensuring full compliance with O-licence regulations and maintaining all transport documentation to the highest standard
  • Overseeing fleet utilisation, maintenance schedules and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Working closely with senior leadership to implement operational projects and optimise service delivery
  • Monitoring KPIs across safety, service and cost, identifying opportunities for improvement
  • Being the point of escalation for operational issues and ensuring swift, effective resolution
  • Maintaining strong relationships with internal teams, partners and external regulatory bodies

Profile

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • CPC qualification (essential)
  • Strong experience managing transport operations, ideally within fuel, hazardous goods, industrial logistics or similar regulated environments
  • Proven leadership capability, with a track record of building high-performing operational teams
  • Excellent knowledge of transport legislation, compliance and health & safety standards
  • Strong operational planning, problem-solving and communication skills
  • The ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
  • A continuous-improvement mindset and the ability to drive operational excellence

Job Offer

On offer for the succesful Regional Operations manager Candidate:

  • Competitive salary in the range of £55,000 - £60,000
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Annual Bonus
  • 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays
  • Merit and Promotion opportunities annually.
  • Life Assurance 4x basic salary
  • Contributory Pension, minimum 4.5% Company contribution/up to 7% if matched by the employee
  • Employee Perks portal, GP helpline and assistance programmes

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