Monitoring budget spend on labour and booking staff based on forecasted volumes.
Performing and monitoring these tasks within agreed SLAs for speed, accuracy and quality, always with cost efficiency in mind.
Working with the Buying Team to understand phased demand in order to effectively plan despatch requirements.
Developing team members, prioritising workloads, setting objectives, regularly reviewing performance and conducting annual reviews to continually improve their performance.
Reporting to the Board of any relevant issues affecting the organisation.
Reporting on and delivering results within approved annual staffing, capex and maintenance costs as approved by the Board.
Supporting and adhering to HR & H&S policies and procedures, including training, record keeping and audits required within the allocated areas of responsibility.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience of working as an operations manager/director. Horticulture knowledge is desirable but not essential. Track record of managing budgets and meeting SLAs.