Head of Operations

Head of Operations at a rapidly scaling UK-based group operating across marine, onsite and wholesale distribution. The role is responsible for bringing operational rigour, structure and scalability into the business, with a focus on scaling operational capability, improving DIFOT performance, reducing project lead times, and implementing scalable systems. The role offers a competitive salary, profit share bonus, and various benefits.

Requirements

• Senior operations leadership within manufacturing, wholesale or distribution
• Strong background in metalwork / engineering / manufacturing environments
• Proven experience managing subcontract manufacturers
• Deep understanding of import/export, customs and international logistics
• Track record of scaling operations in fast-growth businesses
• Systems-led, data-driven and IT savvy (Excel competence beneficial)

Benefits

• £80,000 – £100,000 base salary (DOE)
• Profit share bonus
• Company vehicle
• Private medical insurance
• Laptop and phone
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• On-site parking
• Autonomy, influence and genuine board-level exposure
• The opportunity to architect operations in a business with serious growth ambition