is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced and driven Regional Manager on behalf of our established Logistics Client based in Stirling
This is a senior leadership opportunity offering full operational and financial accountability across a large-scale regional operation. The successful candidate will lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams while ensuring operational excellence, exceptional customer service and the delivery of key business objectives.
The RoleAs Regional Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of a multi-site logistics operation, managing a workforce of approximately 200 employees with 5 direct reports. You will play a key client-facing role, ensuring operational KPIs are achieved, customer expectations are exceeded and commercial performance is consistently delivered.
You will work closely with senior leadership teams to drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency and cultural transformation across the region.
Key Responsibilities*Lead and manage regional operations, ensuring delivery against contractual KPIs and business objectives
*Take full ownership of operational and financial performance, including P&L and balance sheet accountability
*Develop and implement strategic business plans, budgets and forecasts
*Manage and develop key internal and external stakeholder relationships
*Lead performance and contract management activities across the region
*Conduct regular site visits, operational reviews and performance assessments
*Drive cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement programmes
*Champion health & safety, quality and compliance standards across all sites
*Lead, coach and develop operational leadership teams
*Deliver strategic succession planning, talent development and performance management initiatives
*Work collaboratively with HR to support employee engagement and positive industrial relations
*Manage and mitigate operational and commercial risk
*Lead organisational change and embed new ways of working across the business
*Ensure consistent implementation of SOPs and operational standards
*Act as a senior ambassador for the Operations function and company values
Skills & Experience Required*Extensive logistics or general operational management experience
*Proven experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams
*Strong commercial acumen with experience managing multi-million-pound P&L accounts
*Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
*Demonstrated experience driving operational improvement and business change
*Strong people management and coaching capability
*Ability to influence and challenge effectively at all levels of seniority
*Proven project and change management experience
*Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving skills
*Strong understanding of compliance, health & safety and operational governance
*Ability to thrive within a fast-paced, high-performance environment
*High levels of resilience, adaptability and personal accountability
What We’re Looking ForThe successful candidate will be a dynamic and adaptive leader with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence within complex logistics environments. You will be commercially focused, highly motivated and passionate about leading people, driving change and achieving results.
If you are looking for a senior leadership opportunity where you can make a significant impact within a growing and fast-paced organisation, we would love to hear from you.