General Manager

Company: Opus People Solutions Ltd
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Location: Ipswich
Job Description:

Lead end‑to‑end logistics operations while overseeing customer service teams to ensure seamless order fulfilment, high service levels, and an exceptional customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily logistics operations including warehousing, transport, inventory control, and distribution.
  • Manage and develop customer service teams, ensuring timely resolution of queries, escalations, and service issues.
  • Drive operational efficiency through process improvement, KPI tracking, and performance management.
  • Collaborate with commercial, supply chain, and finance teams to support business goals and service-level commitments.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards across logistics and customer service functions.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery accuracy, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
  • Manage third‑party logistics providers and negotiate service agreements where required.

Skills & Experience

  • Strong leadership experience in logistics, distribution, or supply chain management – ideally transport.
  • Proven track record managing customer service teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving abilities.
  • Data‑driven mindset with experience using KPIs, dashboards, and operational metrics.
  • Ability to manage change, optimise processes, and lead cross‑functional initiatives.

Posted: April 1st, 2026