Operations Director

Want to be part of something bigger If youre ambitious love the new then were just for you. We service more than 70% of the top 100 global manufacturers. Were on a mission to be the most loved component buying experience thats ever existed. Want to join our mission

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The RoleAccu is a fast growing e-commerce business currently operating out of a single HQ and warehouse in Honley Huddersfield. An operations team of 60 people dispatch over 1000 orders of precision engineering components per day 12 hours per day and 7 days per week. The orders are delivered to over 100000 customers including 70% of the worlds top manufacturing companies across 120 countries. They expect the very highest levels of delivery precision quality and order order to continue the companys rapid growth the Operations Director will oversee a phase of investment in a variety of automation technology to ensure we can dispatch many times more orders without increasing headcount.

This leadership role is crucial for optimising product flow into through and out of Accus warehouse and fostering a high-performing operations team. It requires a visionary leader who excels in people management thrives on shaping smarter and safer ways of working using data software and automation. You will be involved in big-picture decision-making as well as day-to-day operations that shape the future of the organisation.

Were looking for someone who can juggle a busy workload with confidence communicate clearly and handle sensitive information with discretion all the while contributing in a hands-on way to a team thats ambitious collaborative and building something exciting.

Key Responsibilities & Attributes

Operational Strategy & Automation

• Lead the strategy for operational logistics and warehousing to support aggressive business growth.
• Identify implement and optimise the latest warehouse automation technology to drive efficiency and capacity planning.
• Develop and present business cases for major capital expenditure on operational improvements.
• Oversee all day-to-day operational functions (Quality Logistics Warehouse Facilities Management Health & Safety) ensuring peak performance and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Take ownership of all Health and Safety issues across site chairing the Accu H&S committee and delivering continual improvements.
• Support and deliver elements of Accus ambitious 2030 net zero goal and broader environmental and sustainability ambitions.
• Keep projects on track by monitoring deadlines following up on actions and supporting efficient workflows.

People Leadership & Development

• Provide strong people management and leadership to the entire Operations department which currently includes 5 direct reports and 55 indirect reports fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the business to facilitate collaboration as the company grows.
• Develop and mentor team members ensuring continuous professional growth and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams and external partners on operational matters.

Performance & Growth

• Work closely to and continue to improve established operational metrics (KPIs) to track efficiency performance and strategic goals.
• Drive business improvement initiatives and special projects that enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the supply chain.
• Prepare and present strategic reports and company updates to senior leadership clearly communicating operational insights and priorities.
• Conduct research and prepare materials to support informed business decisions.

Skills & Attributes

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role managing warehouse operations and logistics.
• Demonstrable expertise in the implementation and optimisation of warehouse automation technology.
• Exceptional people management skills with a track record of developing and leading high-performing teams.
• A business-minded approach with an interest in strategy planning and growth initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with experience preparing polished business-focused materials for executive and board-level audiences.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills able to manage changing priorities.
• Able to handle confidential information with professionalism.

Proactive resourceful and adaptable to the evolving needs of a fast-growing business.

The Team and What We Offer

Weve created a self-directing workplace that cultivates a culture of inclusion and belonging whilst allowing everyone to grow. We have built a close-knit team with an extremely low employee turnover rate heres a few things you can look forward to:

• Competitive salary with a transparent pay structure.
• Opportunity for progression at a high growth company.
• 4 day working week.
• Remote and flexible working.
• 6 weeks paid annual leave. Earn up to 7 weeks through our length of service bonus.
• Up to 6 months paid maternity leave and 1 month paid paternity leave.
• Pension scheme.
• Octopus Electric Dreams salary sacrifice EV scheme
• Accu Academy - a fund to grow our employees skills.
• Bean to cup coffee soft drinks and fresh fruit in the office.
• Sports and Social activities; including escape rooms go-karting food drink and much more.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 300 birthday bonus.

If youd like to join us on our mission to build a better tomorrow apply and take the next step today to help us build tomorrow.

Salary69553 - 86950 (depending on experience) monthly profit share bonus scheme

LocationAccu HQ Hope Bank Works Holmfirth Huddersfield HD9 6PT.

Job Type

Full time Permanent

Working Days/Hours34 Hours (8:30am - 5:30pm)

Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday