Job Description
VDC (Vehicle Distribution Centre) Operations Manager
Location: Southampton, UK (On-site)
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + £3,000 Car Allowance
About the Role
My client is a market leader in finished vehicle logistics solutions, providing services to major automotive manufacturers, rental operators, leasing companies, and large fleet organisations. With a strong reputation built on trust, innovation, and operational excellence, they are looking for an experienced VDC Operations Manager to oversee a key Vehicle Preparation & Distribution Centre in Southampton.
This is an exciting opportunity to take full responsibility for a high-volume automotive operation, ensuring performance excellence, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
As the VDC Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the productivity and performance of all activities at the Southampton Vehicle Distribution Centre, ensuring smooth operation, compliance, and efficiency. Your key duties will include:
1. Managing and leading a team of automotive terminal and technical staff, ensuring the operation is adequately resourced and skilled.
2. Driving a high-performance culture, recognizing strong performance and addressing underperformance where necessary.
3. Ensuring operational performance meets the d...