Job Ref: 212980214

Date: 2021-01-07 12:31:45

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Innovative. Customer Focused. Agile. Open and Engaging. Entrepreneurial. These are our key attitudes and the way we like to work at Saint-Gobain. If this sounds like you, please read on to find out more about the Branch Operations Manager opportunity in Aylesbury.

The world of work is changing, and at Saint-Gobain we are open to new ways of working in order to attract talented people to our business. We understand that everyone has different needs and commitments. Therefore, we are very open to discuss any flexible requirement or need that you may have for this role. We can't guarantee to meet all requests for flexibility when we are recruiting. But, we promise to listen

How will you support us?

As a Branch Operations Manager your primary focus will be to manage and oversee the running of the yard and transport functions on site to achieve the safe, efficient, timely and profitable delivery of orders to customers. This is a hands on role working in one of our flagship branches, so on a daily basis, you can expect to;

Manage a team of 14 other team members – From drivers to warehouse staff
Ensure the team are engaged, developed and coached. Our teams are very important to us
Lead Health and Safety from the warehouse to transport teams
Ensure transport utilization is fully efficient and operating to capacity
Working closely with the commercial team

What kind of person are we looking for?

First and foremost, we always want to recruit talented people that align well with our values and way of working. In addition to the five Saint-Gobain attitudes we shared at the start, suitability for the role is always key; does the following criteria sound like you?

To be suitable for the Branch Operations Manager role you will have:

Operations, logistics and/or distributions experience within a similar type role/business
Management experience of at least 10 people
Excellent communication skills – where you can challenge where needed
The ability to work with a team and lead by example. We want someone who can engage with the team and spot opportunities for development

Who are Saint-Gobain?

Saint-Gobain was founded in 1665 to deliver a world first – the production of glass on an industrial scale. We have continued to adapt and grow through providing innovate ideas, services and products to our customers. 350 years later we have a presence in 67 countries and employ 170,000 people worldwide. The UK & Ireland is home to over 30 of the most well-known and respected businesses within the construction sector including: British Gypsum, Jewson, Weber, Graham and Glassolutions.

You are applying to work with Minster this is one of more than 30 fascinating Saint-Gobain businesses that operate within UK and Ireland. Regardless of which business you join, you will be welcomed into a professional and warm environment, where we value all of our employees equally and have a strong focus on their health, safety and wellbeing at all times.

Our Ambition as a business?

At Saint-Gobain, our goal is to 'Create great living places and improve people's daily life'. We design, manufacture and distribute materials and solutions, which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. They can be found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate change.

Do you want to be part of this vision? Click apply, we would love to hear from you

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