{"id":164373,"date":"2026-06-23T13:34:42","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T12:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/?post_type=job&#038;p=164373"},"modified":"2026-06-23T13:34:43","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T12:34:43","slug":"operations-director-midlands-2","status":"publish","type":"job","link":"https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/careers\/job-opportunities\/operations-director-midlands-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Operations Director &#8211; Midlands"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We\u2019re looking for an Operations Director who knows how to run, improve and scale multi-site logistics operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At ILG, we partner with premium brands to deliver high-quality fulfilment and logistics solutions. It\u2019s a fast-moving, client-driven environment where performance really matters and where there\u2019s real opportunity to make an impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a senior role with full accountability for performance, people and P&amp;L across several warehouse sites. You\u2019ll set direction, raise standards and make sure the operation delivers consistently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll work through experienced General Managers, but stay close enough to spot issues, challenge where needed and drive improvement at pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t about maintaining the status quo. There\u2019s clear opportunity to tighten performance, increase efficiency and build stronger leadership capability across sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll also play a key role in what comes next, from automation through to network growth and continuous improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We\u2019re looking for someone who:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Has led multi-site logistics operations before<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Owns performance and P&amp;L without hesitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understands both the numbers and the operation itself<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sets high standards and holds people to them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gets things done<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/colleagues-at-a-computer-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"2 ILG office staff talking\" class=\"wp-image-1170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/colleagues-at-a-computer-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/colleagues-at-a-computer-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/colleagues-at-a-computer-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/colleagues-at-a-computer.jpg 1380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4738\" src=\"https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/ILG_EastGrinstead0443-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two team members smiling in an office\" class=\"wp-image-4738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/ILG_EastGrinstead0443-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/ILG_EastGrinstead0443-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/ILG_EastGrinstead0443-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/ILG_EastGrinstead0443-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/ILG_EastGrinstead0443.jpg 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/10\/thalia-marketing-desk-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Thalia Ward\" class=\"wp-image-681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/10\/thalia-marketing-desk-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/10\/thalia-marketing-desk-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/10\/thalia-marketing-desk-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.international-logistics-group.com\/uk-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/10\/thalia-marketing-desk.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s on offer:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Competitive salary plus up to 10% bonus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Car allowance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pension scheme with option of salary sacrifice or auto enrollment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private medical insurance (single cover)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhanced maternity and paternity leave<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In return, you\u2019ll get real ownership, real influence, and the chance to make a visible impact across a large-scale operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you want a role where delivery matters, this is it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Job Application Requirements<\/strong> &#8211; We welcome your application and look forward to considering you for this role. Please note the following important requirements for all applicants:<br>\u2022 <strong>Right to Work in the UK &amp; Basic DBS Check<\/strong> \u2013 You must have the legal right to work in the UK, (we are not able to sponsor you). If successful, you will also need to pass a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting employment. We use a<br>third-party checking service for each of these, so you will need to provide them with relevant information if offered a role with us.<br>\u2022 <strong>References<\/strong> &#8211; We reserve the right to request two or more references, to cover the past five years of your employment history. Please ensure you can provide accurate contact details for each of your referees.<br>\u2022 <strong>English Language<\/strong> \u2013 You must be able to work in English; enough to fully understand spoken and written work instructions, follow health and safety guidance and participate in discussions with your manager or colleagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you meet the role requirements, as well as the above, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please be aware we will be considering applications as we receive them and arranging interviews accordingly. 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