Operations Director

Operations Director
Cheltenham
to c£100k + bonus + car + generous benefits
Our client has been established for more than 30 years and are a global market leader in the provision of highest quality special purpose infrastructure solutions for supply throughout the world, and as a result of continued success and an exciting and ongoing programme of strategic growth and restructuring for 2024 and beyond, they are now seeking to recruit a dynamic and proactive Operations Director to drive efficiencies and improve all aspects of the business whilst coordinating the integration and streamlining of other teams into the division.
Tasked with shaping and continuously improving the processes of their operations department, including asset management, transport, warehouse operations and project management, responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
Mentoring and motivating divisional teams to achieve productivity and engagement.
Building and maintaining relationships with all department heads to make decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goals
Creating interdepartmental collaboration within all areas of the operations department, through excellent resource planning and ensuring resource efficiencies are achieved when working in seasonal peaks and troughs of the business.
Analysing existing operational processes and performance, and providing visibility of goals, progress and obstacles and recommending solutions for improvement where necessary
Implementing strategic goals for operational efficiency and increased productivity
Working closely with heads of departments in the development of financial and budgetary plans
Evaluating risks and leading quality assurance efforts as well as H&S compliance
Working at Group level to assist in developing an ERP system fit for purpose to meet the demands of the growing and integrated business
Understanding current operational and management KPIs and recommending more/less for maximum productivity for all operational departments.
Reporting monthly to Directors on performance, efficiencies and challengesTo be considered for this diverse and uniquely challenging Operations Director opportunity with a genuine global market leader, it is envisaged that the successful candidate will demonstrate at least 5 years' experience gained in a senior operational leadership role with proven success achieved in managing varying sized teams across multiple locations. With exceptional organisational and leadership skills and comprehensive knowledge of data analytics and reporting, you will possess an analytical mind with a solid problem-solving aptitude, along with outstanding communication, influencing and negotiation skills and excellent financial planning and numerical skills.
This is a rare Operations Director opportunity to join a highly professional and dynamic team in an environment based near Cheltenham where commitment to customer service and satisfaction to an impressive client base are paramount. Contact the Executive Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your cv in confidence to for further details