Head of Operations
Owen Daniels
Tidworth · posted 19 August 2026
Job type
contract
Location
Tidworth, Wiltshire
Category
Manufacturing and Production
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
Are you a Head of Operations? My client who are a leading bathroom accessories brand, designs and manufactures innovative bathroom accessories. They are looking for someone who has strong warehouse and logistics management and someone who has strong experience of managing a third-party logistics.
Head of Operations
Permanent
Tidworth
Head of Operations
Job Description
- Provide strategic operational leadership by overseeing site performance and delivering against service, cost, quality, safety, and business growth objectives while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Lead end-to-end warehouse and logistics operations, including inventory, fulfilment, inbound/outbound processes, multi-channel distribution, and KPI performance to maximise efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
- Manage logistics partners and carrier relationships, overseeing 3PL providers, transportation suppliers, contract performance, commercial negotiations, and service improvement initiatives.
- Develop and inspire high-performing teams by leading, coaching, and engaging colleagues, building succession plans, and promoting a collaborative, customer-focused, and safety-first culture.
- Drive operational excellence and compliance through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, data-driven decision-making, continuous improvement initiatives, and full adherence to health, safety, legal, and regulatory standards.
Head of Operations
Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications
- Proven experience leading operations with full responsibility for site performance in a distribution, logistics, retail, or eCommerce environment.
- Strong background in warehouse and logistics management, including managing 3PL providers and parcel and freight carriers.
- Commercially aware, with experience managing operational budgets, leading supplier tenders, and negotiating contracts.
- Experienced in leading and developing large teams, creating a positive culture while improving performance and engagement. xwzovoh
- Strong communicator with a track record of delivering operational improvements and building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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