Senior Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Birmingham | Full Time, Permanent
Working Schedule : Monday-Friday 06:00-15:30 / 09:30-19:00
Salary: £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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