Operations Manager
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Exceptional pay, strong growth opportunities, and a critical role in operational excellence position this job attractively.
- Excellent salary of £60K/year plus benefits
- Crucial role in operational management within a key organization
- Strong opportunities for advancement
- Requires substantial previous experience
Pros
- Competitive salary of £60K plus benefits
- Significant operational management responsibilities
- Opportunities for career advancement within the organization
Cons
- High expectations and performance pressure
- Potentially long hours in operational leadership
- Requires extensive experience in multi-temperature environments
Who it's for
Senior Level • Full-time office-based with potential flexibility
Good fit
- Seasoned operations managers with wholesale experience
- Individuals eager to lead successful teams
- Candidates looking to grow within a reputable firm
Not recommended for
- New professionals without management experience
- Those seeking a predictable work environment
- Individuals not interested in supply chain challenges
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Operations Manager – Multi-Temperature Wholesale Organisation - £60K + Benefits
My client is a leading multi-temperature wholesale organisation with a fantastic reputation across the UK.
They are seeking an Operations Manager join their team. The successful Operations Manager will have overall responsibility for the smooth running of their day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellent customer service. You will manage a team across warehouse, transport, and logistics, driving a culture of safety, performance, and continuous improvement across two multi-temperature warehouse sites.
This is the perfect role for a high performing Operations Manager looking to join an exciting business who can match their ambition and offer genuine career progression opportunities.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead and manage warehouse and transport operations across ambient, chilled, and frozen environments.
- Ensure compliance with health & safety, food safety, and temperature control regulations.
- Oversee inventory management and stock accuracy.
- Drive operational efficiency and cost control, without compromising service quality.
- Develop and lead a high-performing team, providing training, coaching, and support.
- Monitor KPIs and implement improvements to achieve operational targets.
- Work closely with senior management to support business growth and customer satisfaction.
- Manage relationships with suppliers, contractors, and key stakeholders.
The Ideal Operations Manager Candidate:
- Proven experience in an operational management role within wholesale, distribution, logistics, or FMCG (multi-temperature experience preferred).
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams.
- Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements in food storage and distribution.
- Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Results-driven, with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement.
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com
