A quick look at the role
We are looking for an exceptional Regional General Manager to lead our Midlands operations within the I&C Division. Reporting to the Area Business Director, you'll take full P&L responsibility, driving commercial performance, operational excellence, and safety standards across the region. You'll lead a high-performing team, grow SME sales, support key accounts, and shape the region's future.
You'll bring proven senior leadership experience, commercial acumen, and a track record of delivering results—ideally within logistics, business services, or a similar environment.
This is more than a leadership role—it's your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a fast-moving, future-focused business.
Requirements
Your core responsibilities
* Provide leadership across all regional sites, building a high-performing management team. Inspire collaboration, drive accountability, and ensure individual and team performance aligns with business goals
* Shape and execute the Midlands growth strategy through effective planning, execution, and performance evaluation. Represent Biffa externally, building relationships with key stakeholders to elevate the brand
* Partner with sales teams to drive new and existing business, creating a strong platform for sustainable growth within the region
* Oversee financial and operational performance, ensuring profitability, efficiency, and outstanding customer service. Manage assets, budgets, forecasts, and KPIs to meet or exceed business targets
* Own health and safety standards across the region, ensuring full compliance with company policies and fostering a culture of safety excellence
Our Essential Requirements
* Proven ability to drive revenue growth, develop and execute regional strategies, and deliver measurable business results. Strong financial and analytical skills with effective use of KPIs
* Broad general management experience across commercial, operational, and people functions—ideally in labour-intensive, multi-shift, and unionised environments
* Solid understanding and practical experience in health and safety management, with a strong track record of ensuring compliance and promoting a safety-first culture
* Confident, engaging communicator with experience building relationships with customers, stakeholders, and teams. Skilled in change management and transformation leadership across diverse sectors
* Degree-educated (or equivalent senior-level experience), entrepreneurial and results-driven, with a Transport CPC being desirable
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