Senior Operations and Sales Director

Senior Operations and Sales Director

Location: London, UK

Salary: Up to £120,000pa (DOE) + Car Allowance + Bonus

Are you an accomplished Director with extensive experience leading Operations, Commercial and Sales within the international logistics industry? Do you have the strategic vision and leadership capability to drive business growth, operational excellence and commercial success?

This executive opportunity offers the chance to lead a significant UK operation within a globally recognised organisation.

Package Benefits:

• Salary up to £120,000 per annum
• Car Allowance (Negotiable)
• Annual Bonus and Performance Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday + 8 banks
• Enhanced Pension Structure
• Private Medial, Dental Health Care Plan
• International Travel Opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Extended Executive Benefits Package

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and overall direction for a large UK business operating within the international logistics and supply chain industry.
• Drive commercial growth, operational performance, and profitability across all business functions.
• Lead and develop senior management teams across Operations, Sales, Commercial, Customer Service, and Shared Services.
• Deliver business objectives through effective leadership, strategic planning, and performance management.
• Develop and implement long-term business strategies to support continued growth and market expansion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities and maximise revenue through commercial excellence.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Lead organisational change and business transformation initiatives where required.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Represent the business at senior customer meetings, commercial negotiations, and industry events.

Requirements:

• Previous experience operating at Director or Senior Director level within the logistics, shipping, freight forwarding, or wider supply chain industry is essential.
• Extensive leadership experience across Operations, Sales, Commercial, and Customer Service functions.
• Proven ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary teams within a complex logistics environment.
• Strong commercial awareness with a successful track record of driving business growth and profitability.
• Demonstrable experience developing and delivering strategic business plans.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong financial and operational management experience, including budget ownership and P&L responsibility.
• Ability to influence at executive level and build lasting relationships with key customers and partners.
• Results-driven with the ability to lead within a fast-paced, commercially focused organisation.
• Comprehensive understanding of international logistics, supply chain operations, and market dynamics.
• Experience within container shipping, ocean freight, or international liner services would be highly advantageous.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally as required.

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