We are working on a confidential retained search for an Operations Director to join a well-established, profitable UK distribution business entering a significant growth and transformation phase.

This role is firmly focused on warehouse and distribution operations. It is not a broad or ambiguous “operations” position. The successful candidate will take full accountability for day-to-day operational performance and lead the evolution of a high-SKU, high volume, fast-paced distribution environment.

The role

  • Full leadership of warehouse, logistics and operational execution
  • Drive continuous improvement across productivity, service, quality, inventory accuracy and cost
  • Lead a major Warehouse Management System (WMS) implementation and process redesign
  • Establish strong operational cadence, KPIs and management discipline
  • Develop and coach operational teams to support sustained growth and increased complexity
  • Work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership to build a scalable platform for the future

The person

  • Proven senior operations leader (Operations Director / Head of Operations / Senior Operations Manager)
  • Background in distribution, wholesale, 3PL or high-volume manufacturing environments
  • Strong experience in warehouse and distribution operations
  • Track record of leading operational change and systems-led improvement
  • Experience of WMS implementation highly advantageous (or clear capability to lead one)
  • No requirement for specific industry or product knowledge – transferable operational leadership is key.  Although we still welcome applications from those who have done such a role within the building or plumbing products distribution industry
  • Pragmatic, structured, hands-on and comfortable operating on site

Additional information

This is an on-site role based in Bedfordshire; candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance

How to apply
For a confidential discussion or to register interest, please send your CV or a brief profile to: Matt@wilsonbrook.com Ref: Operations Director – Warehouse & Distribution