Your Company:
A leading UK wholesale food distribution business is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join its growing operation in Oxfordshire.
The organisation supplies a diverse customer base including restaurant groups, airlines, cruise and travel providers, retail butchers, online businesses, and national food companies. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and customer service, the company operates a fast-paced chilled distribution environment handling a wide range of perishable food products.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operational leader to take ownership of a key site, manage a large team, and drive operational excellence within a dynamic FMCG environment.

Your Roles and Responsibilities:
While in this position your duties may include but will not be limited to:

• Oversee the daily operations of a busy warehouse and distribution site across a six-day working week
• Lead, manage, mentor, and develop a team of operational staff to maintain high levels of productivity and engagement
• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and performance standards
• Monitor operational performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage operational budgets, forecasting, and cost control activities
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, food safety regulations, and Health & Safety standards
• Support a strong customer-focused culture across all operational activities
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels
• Work closely with senior leadership and department managers to align operational performance with business objectives
• Prepare operational and performance reports for senior management
• Maintain high standards of operational control, site security, and stock management
• Ensure the safe handling, storage, and movement of chilled and perishable food products
• Support performance management, staff development, and team motivation initiatives
• Maintain a proactive, hands-on approach within a fast-paced operational environment

What you will need to Apply:

• Proven experience within an Operations Manager or similar leadership role
• Previous experience within logistics, distribution, warehousing, or supply chain operations
• Experience within an FMCG or chilled/perishable goods environment is highly desirable
• Strong leadership and team management experience within a fast-paced operation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage at all levels
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Good financial awareness with experience managing budgets and operational costs
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and operational compliance
• IT literate with the ability to analyse operational data and performance metrics
• A proactive and hands-on management style with high operational standards
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy operational environment

What you will get in Return:
This is a full-time, permanent role offering the opportunity to join a growing and well-established organisation within the UK food distribution sector.
You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including life assurance, an employee assistance programme with retail and restaurant discounts, discounted and complimentary meat hampers, and opportunities for career progression within a growing group structure.
The role offers the chance to take ownership of a key operational site, lead a large and motivated team, and make a significant impact on performance, efficiency, and service quality.

To enquire further about this exciting position, please reach out to:

Christina Smith – Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

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