Operations Manager

Operations Manager 📍 London (North West) 💼 Full-time | Senior Leadership Role A well-established and fast-growing premium food distribution business supplying the foodservice and hospitality sector is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and optimise its end-to-end operations function. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring operational excellence across warehouse, transport, and planning functions within a fast-paced, quality-driven environment. The Role Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will take full ownership of: * Warehouse operations (receiving, storage, picking and dispatch) * Transport and fleet management, including route planning and delivery performance * Demand and resource planning * Inventory accuracy and stock control * Food safety and compliance standards * Continuous improvement initiatives * Team leadership and performance management You will play a critical role in driving efficiency, service levels, and operational scalability to support continued growth. The Ideal Candidate We are seeking an operational leader who has: * Proven experience within food distribution, food wholesale, or foodservice operations * Strong background in warehouse management and transport logistics * Experience managing temperature-controlled or perishable goods (highly desirable) * Demonstrated ability to lead teams and implement performance improvements * Strong planning capability and analytical mindset * A hands-on leadership style with a continuous improvement focus Experience within premium, quality-driven or hospitality-focused supply businesses would be advantageous. What’s on Offer * Opportunity to shape and modernise operational processes * Senior leadership influence * Competitive salary and benefits package * Confidential and professional recruitment process If you are an experienced operations leader seeking your next challenge within a dynamic foodservice environment, we would welcome a confidential discussion