Senior Operations Manager - Military veterans preferred

Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire: CV35 0DB

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We are currently seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee our dynamic team within our manufacturing operations for the prestigious Aston Martin contract.

This role will aim to achieve and sustain ""best in class"" operational performance and outcomes within agreed budget parameters against a set of defined objectives and KPIs.

You will deliver a significant change agenda in what can be a challenging environment both operationally and from a planning point of view including successful planning and operational delivery of Aston Martin's build requirements whilst delivering exceptional service to our customer, being the senior point of contact in a fast paced environment.

Are you a seasoned leader ready for a new challenge? Can you demonstrate team engagement initiatives and how you bring your team on a journey with you? The we want to hear from you!

?A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Foster a sense of teamwork among managers and colleagues by creating forums for sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Collaborate closely with Finance to align budget delivery with operational needs
• Establish a regular meeting schedule, standardized documentation, and clear SLAs with the customer to consistently meet their expectations.
• Build strong relationships with the customer's management teams to provide insights into their strategic goals.
• Work with central SMEs to incorporate the latest operational technologies.

?THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to inspire and guide teams.
• People-first approach, fostering a positive culture and supporting team development.
• Resilient and adaptable, capable of thinking quickly in dynamic situations.
• Willingness to work directly on customer premises, ensuring close collaboration and service excellence.

?WHY JOIN US?

• Car or Car allowance
• 37.5 hour week with an early finish on a Friday
• Free parking and on-site subsidized canteen.
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
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?WHO WE ARE

?We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

?BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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