OPERATIONS MANAGER

WHAT’S THE JOB?  OPERATIONS MANAGER 

WHO’S THE EMPLOYER? A well-known and respected supply chain specialist with over 20 years' expertise.

WHAT’S THE INDUSTRY? Poultry and Game Supplies

HOW WILL I BE REWARDED? Competitive Package & Laptop

WHERE IS THE ROLE LOCATED? Norfolk / Suffolk border

TELL ME MORE ABOUT THE ROLE?

• To co-ordinate the office and warehouse staff to organise workload in line with customer orders
• To plan and organise work to ensure objectives and targets are achieved at maximum efficiency and within budgeted costs
• Day to Day management of retailers and wholesalers alike, instigating growth plans and joint business agreements
• Develop strong relationships with customers and other users who require our client’s knowledge and expertise
• To ensure stock is kept at suitable levels to fulfil orders
• Continual assessment of procedures and processes to maintain efficiency
• Management of work facilities and equipment ensuring they are maintained to requirements
• Provide training of operatives and the maintenance of harmonious working relations
• Work alongside other agri group businesses as well as being the first link to the parent group
• Keep the local business in line with HSE and agricultural legislation
• Prepare reports on production output levels and associated costs

WHAT QUALITIES DO I NEED?

• You will need to be a well organised, ambitious, driven individual with people management experience
• Strong agricultural knowledge, preferably with experience in the Poultry sector
• Understanding of lead time for orders vs stock and supply
• Strong communication skills, ability to interface confidently internally and externally, at all levels is a prerequisite
• An SQP in Animal Health would be preferential but training will be given should it be required
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Delivery of great customer service
• Demonstrate flexibility, reliability and enthusiasm for the role
• Take full accountability for all decisions and how they impact the company

WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW? In the first instance please forward your CV together with a cover note and salary requirements to phil@jptrett.com and all successful candidates will be contacted within 14 days of us receiving your application. Please note that all applications will be treated in confidence.