Operations Manager - Warehouse and Transport
- Employer
- Michael Page Logistics
- Location
- England, Bristol
- Salary
- £40,000 - £42,000 per annum
- Closing date
- 31 Jan 2019
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- Sector
- Transport & Logistics
- Responsibilities
- Operations, Strategy, Supply Chain / Logistics
- Position/Level
- Senior Management
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Language
- English
Job Details
- Operations Manager with a Warehouse and Transport bias
- Bristol based with a Leading 3PL
Client Details
My Client is a leading 3PL with very exciting growth opportunities in Bristol within the logistics distribution and supply chain sector.
Description
The Operations Manager - Warehouse and Transport will be responsible for:
- Accountable for the transport and warehouse plan in line with customer requirements
- Accountable for specific KPIs and manage the delivery of them through the management team Effectively
- Sets and manage the operational strategy with the ability to drive process improvements and continuous improvements
- Review ways to improve on current KPI's, costs, procedures and ensures best practice is followed and able to demonstrate coaching and leadership skills
- Demonstrates skills in working collaboratively, valuing differences and encouraging high performance through teamwork
- Able to provide an efficient service to both internal and external stakeholders
- Proven track record of delivering results and demonstrates persistence when faced with challenges
- Proven experience in a logistics and warehousing environment
- Ability to problem solve and apply lateral thinking as appropriate
- Effective time management and planning skills
- Understands the legal implications for Health and Safety on site
- CPC International and National (desirable)
- IOSH trained (desirable)
Profile
The successful Operations Manager - Warehouse and Transport will have strong multi user Warehouse experience and the capability to progress further in the organisation. Other key aspects of the successful candidate will include:
- Excellent Warehouse knowledge, both operationally and commercially
- Strong influencing skills both internally and externally
- Excellent people engagement and Management skills
- An innovative approach to Warehouse and Transport operations.
- A home location commutable to the Site.
Job Offer
For the successful Operations Manager - Warehouse and Transport you will receive a salary of c£38,000 - £42,000 + Company Car, phc, pension 25 days + Bank Holidays
Company
Michael Page has successfully grown over the past 30 years and we are continuing to grow, as shown by our ever expanding sectors. Our logistics team are the latest to thrive as their own sector after having lived under the umbrella of procurement and supply chain.
Due to an increase in job vacancies in the logistics industry, as well as a high level of talent emerging, Michael Page is proud to reveal its new logistics sector.
Although the sector is new, Michael Page has always had a dedicated logistics team who work together with candidates to deliver the best results. We recruit a variety of roles including:
- General managers
- Warehouse managers
- Transport managers
- Solutions and network designers
We also work with an extensive client base to advise and develop appropriate recruitment processes to secure the right talent for their organisation.
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