Group Operations Director Location: South West This business is entering an exciting phase of integration, organic growth, and acquisition‑led expansion.
We are seeking a commercially minded and hands‑on Group Operations Director to lead and optimise operations across all sites.
This is a pivotal leadership role focused on driving efficiency, strengthening operational infrastructure, and helping shape the future identity of the business.
Operational Leadership
* Provide strategic and hands‑on leadership across three operational sites in the South West
* Drive consistency, performance, and best practice across all areas of the operation
* Build a high‑performance culture across a workforce of 300 employees
Logistics & Routing Optimisation
* Oversee and improve routing efficiency using data, systems, and operational insight
* Enhance delivery performance while reducing cost‑to‑serve
* Leverage technology and analytics to continuously improve logistics performance
Warehouse & Systems Improvement
* Lead the development and optimisation of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
* Identify opportunities to improve stock control, accuracy, and throughput
* Implement scalable processes to support ongoing growth and acquisitions
People & Resource Management
* Oversee workforce planning, structure, and utilisation across all sites
* Develop leadership capability within site management teams
* Ensure effective staffing models aligned to demand and growth
Business Integration & Identity
* Play a key role in embedding a unified operational identity following recent merger activity
* Align processes, culture, and ways of working across sites
* Support integration of future acquisitions into the wider group
Continuous Improvement
* Use data and operational intelligence to drive ongoing efficiencies
* Establish KPIs and performance metrics across all operational functions
* Lead change initiatives to support business scalability
About You
* Proven experience in a senior operations leadership role within a multi‑site environment
* Strong background in logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations
* Experience implementing or improving WMS and operational systems
* Data‑driven mindset with the ability to translate insight into action
* Demonstrated success in driving efficiency, cost reduction, and performance improvement
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing large, diverse teams
* Experience within a growing, acquisitive, or evolving business environment is desirable
Why this role?
* Opportunity to shape operations within a growing and evolving business
* Key leadership role with real influence across multiple sites
* Be part of a business with strong organic growth and acquisition strategy
* Play a central role in defining the future identity and operational excellence of the group
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