Are you a results-driven leader with a passion for operational excellence?
National Timber Group is looking for an Operations Manager for our Door Solutions division, to help drive performance, profitability, and growth.
Reporting directly to the Group Chief Operations Officer, this role is pivotal in leading change, optimising operations, and engaging teams to deliver outstanding results.
As part of the senior management team, you will work closely with the Commercial Director to help improve the customer experience and deliver first class service.
We are searching for someone with relevant sector experience - ideally in door production - that can demonstrate motivation and drive. You will be an engaging leader that is passionate about supporting and developing their colleagues. We expect you to bring your own ideas to life, whilst promoting a high-performing culture, where operational excellence is central to what we do.
Why Join Us?
Lead one of our key divisions within a market-leading business
Shape strategy and drive change for increased profitability
Oversee production, quality, logistics, finance, and H&S
Work closely with the Commercial Director to develop and improve customer relationships
What You will Do
Strategize & Lead – Develop and implement plans to drive efficiency and profitability
Operational Excellence – Oversee production, stock, and logistics to meet targets
People & Performance – Engage, coach, and lead teams to achieve results
Customer Focus – Ensure our Voice of the Customer initiative informs how we operate
Continuous Improvement – Identify and implement process enhancements
What We are Looking For
Proven leadership in an operational / general management role
Strong financial & commercial acumen to deliver EBITDA targets
Experience in manufacturing, production, or joinery preferred
A hands-on, visible leader with a track record in change management
Passionate about H&S, quality, and employee engagement
Why National Timber Group:
As a +£300m turnover business with 1300 colleagues, we are the largest independent timber processing and distribution group in the UK. Our aim is to be the leading processor, manufacturer and distributer of timber, delivering a full suite of solutions and product expertise to serve our customer needs.
We offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:
- A competitive salary
- Company car
- Company Pension contribution
- An annual performance-related bonus
- 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Staff discount
- Access to our employee discount programme that allows shopping across a range of outlets
This is an on-site leadership role requiring direct engagement with teams to drive success.
Ready to take on this challenge?
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company car
- Company pension
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
