Job Description
Operations ManagerBirmingham | Full Time, PermanentWorking Schedule: Monday-Friday 06:00-15:30 / 09:30-19:00Salary: £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits
An established and well-regarded distribution business is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee its Birmingham site. With a large-scale fleet and high-volume service levels, this is a key role managing the end-to-end warehouse and transport operation to ensure smooth, safe and efficient delivery to customers.
This position plays a central role in shaping site performance, managing compliance across transport and H&S, and ensuring seamless collaboration across operational and commercial teams.
Key Responsibilities Lead and develop warehouse and driver teams to deliver against key KPIs Ensure legal and company compliance across transport and fleet operations Uphold health, safety, and environmental standards throughout the site Manage facilities, contractors, and maintenance to budget and compliance levels Control operational costs and drive efficiencies through continuous improvement Act as the key link between operations, customer service, and sales* Promote a strong safety and performance culture across all levels of staff
Experience & Skills Required Proven experience managing warehouse and transport operations in a fast-paced environment Strong leadership and team development capabilities CPC/OLAT and IOSH/NEBOSH qualifications beneficial Fleet and driver compliance knowledge essential Hands-on, process-driven, and collaborative management style Exposure to facilities management, cost control, and quality systems* MHE licences (Counterbalance / Aisle Master) advantageous
What's on Offer £50,000 base salary Quarterly and annual performance bonus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), with option to buy additional leave Company pension and life assurance Career development and progression opportunities Access to a full suite of employee benefits and wellbeing support
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