Operations Manager

Here at GXO Logistics we are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager to support our site in Thatcham, to ensure effective running of all warehouse operations, whilst building a strong partnership with our customers and stakeholders.

Joining our site in Thatcham you will be a front-runner in enhancing employee engagement and their development whilst driving forward a culture of continuous improvement.

This is a full-time, permanent position predominantly working Monday – Friday, however flexibility may be required during peak.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £55,000 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more! 

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Review and evaluate the warehouse plans daily making recommendations for changes as appropriate to ensure all KPI’s are achieved and improved upon
• Monitor financial performance, identify cost saving initiatives and implement corrective actions where appropriate to maximise the efficiency of the warehouse function
• Review and monitor internal processes to ensure optimum efficiencies  
• Promote effective and harmonious employee relations through formal and informal communication channels, engaging trade union reps where appropriate

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Understanding & demonstrable experience of managing an E-fulfilment Operation

• Ability to establish and manage continuous improvement initiatives, whilst driving efficiency
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to interact and engage staff at all levels, with the Ability to influence and negotiate at a senior level
• Previous senior leadership within a fast paced warehouse logistics environment

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.