Job Title: General Manager Location: Newbury Salary: £60k - £65k Per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent An opportunity has arisen for someone to lead our team at a very exciting time in our development. About Us: The Company is a bus and coach operator providing public transport services in the West Berkshire and surrounding areas. We are committed to providing exceptional transport services, with a focus on customer satisfaction, sustainability, and innovation. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services that meet the evolving needs of our passengers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a strategic and visionary General Manager to join our leadership team and drive the future success of the business. Role Overview: The General Manager will play a pivotal role in leading and shaping the future of our bus and coach operations. This position will not only oversee the operational management of the business but also have a significant focus on business development, revenue growth, and identifying new market opportunities. Reporting to the Operations Director, you will be responsible for driving both strategic and operational excellence across the company, ensuring we continue to lead the market while delivering outstanding service to our customers. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the company's strategic plan in alignment with business goals, ensuring both short-term and long-term objectives are met. Business Development: Identify and pursue new growth opportunities, including expansion into new markets, partnership development, and diversification of services. Lead initiatives to enhance the company's competitive position and drive revenue growth. Operational Excellence: Oversee day-to-day operations across all services, ensuring that routes, scheduling, fleet management, and customer service are delivered efficiently and effectively. Team Leadership & Development: Lead a high-performing team, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to senior managers and operational staff. Foster a positive, collaborative work culture focused on excellence and continuous improvement. Financial Management : Take ownership of P&L responsibilities, ensuring effective budget management, cost control, and profitability. Work closely with finance teams to monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions where necessary. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, local authorities, suppliers, and industry bodies. Represent the company at industry events and public forums. Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with all relevant transport regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies. Maintain the highest levels of safety for staff, customers, and passengers. Key Requirements: Proven Leadership: Experience in a relevant leadership role within the transport or logistics sector, ideally with a focus on bus or coach operations. A track record of leading teams and driving business success at a strategic level. Business Development Expertise: Demonstrated experience in identifying and developing business growth opportunities. Ability to innovate, expand market reach, and drive revenue through new business initiatives. Operational Acumen: Strong understanding of transport operations, including fleet management, scheduling, and customer service. A focus on efficiency, cost control, and service quality. Financial Savvy: Experience managing budgets, financial performance, and making data-driven decisions to improve profitability. Strategic Vision: Ability to develop and execute long-term business strategies that align with company goals and market trends. Communication & Influence: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage, influence, and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels. Problem Solving & Decision Making: Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities, with the capability to handle complex situations and make sound, timely decisions. This role is ideal for an ambitious operations professional looking to exercise their knowledge and skills within the bus and coach industry in an innovative environment where an eye for detail and a desire to deliver will lead to a unique and rewarding challenge and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in one of the UK's leading operators. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibility. If you're an ambitious and experienced leader with a passion for the transport industry and a drive for business development, we would love to hear from you! How to Apply: If you believe that you meet - or indeed exceed - these criteria and would like to apply please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the right fit for this role. Closing date for applications is Friday 3 July 2026 Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of: General Manager; Assistant General Manager; Deputy General Manager; Operations Manager; Assistant Operations Manager; Logistic Operations General Manager; Transport Operations Manager, Bus Operations Manager, Coach Operations Manager, Depot Manager, may also be considered for this role.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Job Title: General Manager Location: Newbury Salary: £60k - £65k Per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent An opportunity has arisen for someone to lead our team at a very exciting time in our development. About Us: The Company is a bus and coach operator providing public transport services in the West Berkshire and surrounding areas. We are committed to providing exceptional transport services, with a focus on customer satisfaction, sustainability, and innovation. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services that meet the evolving needs of our passengers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a strategic and visionary General Manager to join our leadership team and drive the future success of the business. Role Overview: The General Manager will play a pivotal role in leading and shaping the future of our bus and coach operations. This position will not only oversee the operational management of the business but also have a significant focus on business development, revenue growth, and identifying new market opportunities. Reporting to the Operations Director, you will be responsible for driving both strategic and operational excellence across the company, ensuring we continue to lead the market while delivering outstanding service to our customers. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the company's strategic plan in alignment with business goals, ensuring both short-term and long-term objectives are met. Business Development: Identify and pursue new growth opportunities, including expansion into new markets, partnership development, and diversification of services. Lead initiatives to enhance the company's competitive position and drive revenue growth. Operational Excellence: Oversee day-to-day operations across all services, ensuring that routes, scheduling, fleet management, and customer service are delivered efficiently and effectively. Team Leadership & Development: Lead a high-performing team, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to senior managers and operational staff. Foster a positive, collaborative work culture focused on excellence and continuous improvement. Financial Management : Take ownership of P&L responsibilities, ensuring effective budget management, cost control, and profitability. Work closely with finance teams to monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions where necessary. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, local authorities, suppliers, and industry bodies. Represent the company at industry events and public forums. Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with all relevant transport regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies. Maintain the highest levels of safety for staff, customers, and passengers. Key Requirements: Proven Leadership: Experience in a relevant leadership role within the transport or logistics sector, ideally with a focus on bus or coach operations. A track record of leading teams and driving business success at a strategic level. Business Development Expertise: Demonstrated experience in identifying and developing business growth opportunities. Ability to innovate, expand market reach, and drive revenue through new business initiatives. Operational Acumen: Strong understanding of transport operations, including fleet management, scheduling, and customer service. A focus on efficiency, cost control, and service quality. Financial Savvy: Experience managing budgets, financial performance, and making data-driven decisions to improve profitability. Strategic Vision: Ability to develop and execute long-term business strategies that align with company goals and market trends. Communication & Influence: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage, influence, and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels. Problem Solving & Decision Making: Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities, with the capability to handle complex situations and make sound, timely decisions. This role is ideal for an ambitious operations professional looking to exercise their knowledge and skills within the bus and coach industry in an innovative environment where an eye for detail and a desire to deliver will lead to a unique and rewarding challenge and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in one of the UK's leading operators. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibility. If you're an ambitious and experienced leader with a passion for the transport industry and a drive for business development, we would love to hear from you! How to Apply: If you believe that you meet - or indeed exceed - these criteria and would like to apply please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the right fit for this role. Closing date for applications is Friday 3 July 2026 Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of: General Manager; Assistant General Manager; Deputy General Manager; Operations Manager; Assistant Operations Manager; Logistic Operations General Manager; Transport Operations Manager, Bus Operations Manager, Coach Operations Manager, Depot Manager, may also be considered for this role.
The Company Loom Talent have been exclusively appointed by a leading stockist & distribution focused Logistics business to help source a Warehouse Site Manager position to oversee all UK Warehouse activities from the RDC in Birmingham (B42). Our client offers innovative solutions to a ranging client base including: Retail, E-Commerce, FMCG and General Merchandise. The Role The Warehouse Site Manager will play a critical role in leading all activity across the Birmingham operation whilst working closely with the Group Operations Director. This position is a truly exciting opportunity, with lots of autonomy for an experienced Logistics & Supply Chain professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation. Core aspects of the Warehouse Site Manager role: End-to-End Supply Chain Management - Oversee the full supply chain process, ensuring efficient procurement, inventory control, and demand planning to meet business needs. Manage a team of c. 70 indirect reports. Optimise Logistics Operations - Manage warehouse, and distribution activities to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. Supplier & Vendor Relationships - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and key stakeholders to drive performance and cost efficiency's. Inventory & Stock Control - Ensure accurate stock levels, reduce waste, and improve inventory forecasting to avoid shortages or overstocking. Customer Order Fulfilment - Oversee sales order processing, ensuring on-time and in-full (OTIF) deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service. Data-Driven Performance Management - Monitor and analyse supply chain KPIs, such as lead times, cost per unit, and supplier performance, to drive continuous improvement. Warehouse & Facility Oversight - Manage warehouse operations, ensuring optimal layout, stock movement, and safety compliance. Process Improvement & Cost Reduction - Identify opportunities to streamline processes, negotiate better supplier terms, and reduce operational costs without compromising service quality. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with production, sales, and finance teams to align supply chain strategies with business goals. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and industry regulations, mitigating risks across the supply chain. The Candidate The successful candidate for the Warehouse Site Manager role will have the following skills & experiences: A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential . Managed over 70+ indirect reports - Essential . 5+ Years proven Logistics & Supply Chain Management experience across Operations - Essential. 5+ Years experience working to an Operations Manager / Senior Operations Manager / Site Manager / Depot Manager or General Manager level previously - Essential. Previous budgetary / P&L responsibility - Advantageous . Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential . An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential . Commutable to the Birmingham (B42) area 5 x days per week - Essential . Salary & Benefits Package Salary - £55,000 to £65,000 (OTE of up to £90k). Up to a 40% Company Bonus. 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays. Pension Contributions. Plus additional company benefits.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
The Company Loom Talent have been exclusively appointed by a leading stockist & distribution focused Logistics business to help source a Warehouse Site Manager position to oversee all UK Warehouse activities from the RDC in Birmingham (B42). Our client offers innovative solutions to a ranging client base including: Retail, E-Commerce, FMCG and General Merchandise. The Role The Warehouse Site Manager will play a critical role in leading all activity across the Birmingham operation whilst working closely with the Group Operations Director. This position is a truly exciting opportunity, with lots of autonomy for an experienced Logistics & Supply Chain professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation. Core aspects of the Warehouse Site Manager role: End-to-End Supply Chain Management - Oversee the full supply chain process, ensuring efficient procurement, inventory control, and demand planning to meet business needs. Manage a team of c. 70 indirect reports. Optimise Logistics Operations - Manage warehouse, and distribution activities to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. Supplier & Vendor Relationships - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and key stakeholders to drive performance and cost efficiency's. Inventory & Stock Control - Ensure accurate stock levels, reduce waste, and improve inventory forecasting to avoid shortages or overstocking. Customer Order Fulfilment - Oversee sales order processing, ensuring on-time and in-full (OTIF) deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service. Data-Driven Performance Management - Monitor and analyse supply chain KPIs, such as lead times, cost per unit, and supplier performance, to drive continuous improvement. Warehouse & Facility Oversight - Manage warehouse operations, ensuring optimal layout, stock movement, and safety compliance. Process Improvement & Cost Reduction - Identify opportunities to streamline processes, negotiate better supplier terms, and reduce operational costs without compromising service quality. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with production, sales, and finance teams to align supply chain strategies with business goals. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and industry regulations, mitigating risks across the supply chain. The Candidate The successful candidate for the Warehouse Site Manager role will have the following skills & experiences: A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential . Managed over 70+ indirect reports - Essential . 5+ Years proven Logistics & Supply Chain Management experience across Operations - Essential. 5+ Years experience working to an Operations Manager / Senior Operations Manager / Site Manager / Depot Manager or General Manager level previously - Essential. Previous budgetary / P&L responsibility - Advantageous . Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential . An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential . Commutable to the Birmingham (B42) area 5 x days per week - Essential . Salary & Benefits Package Salary - £55,000 to £65,000 (OTE of up to £90k). Up to a 40% Company Bonus. 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays. Pension Contributions. Plus additional company benefits.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an FP&A Manager on a 6 month contract basis to join a fast growing business that is currently experiencing exponential growth within this niche industry. The company is looking for a highly experience and dynamic individual to carve out the FP&A function and manage various divisional costs across the business. This is a broad role and will benefit from having an individual with cashflow and banking experience alongside the commercial business partnering exposure within a group function. This role offers hybrid working options (2-3 days in office) and looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Responsibilities: Oversee preparation and delivery of recurring financial reports, providing insights into performance trends, key variances, and potential future risks to inform strategic decisions. Coordinate the corporate planning cycle, ensuring alignment across departments and integrating robust analysis of financial data to support organizational goals. Conduct in-depth financial reviews in collaboration with accounting teams during period-end closures to ensure data integrity and accuracy. Support senior finance leadership in analyzing actuals against forecasts and budgets, identifying material deviations and their underlying drivers. Contribute to the development of multi-year financial projections, aligning strategic initiatives with long-term business objectives. Identify and evaluate business risks and opportunities, translating insights into actionable recommendations for leadership. Lead the monitoring and reporting of operational performance metrics through interactive dashboards, enabling cross-functional teams to proactively manage performance. Analyze external data sets relevant to industry trends and operations, including transportation infrastructure and market activity, to support decision-making. Operational performance including trend analysis to help with management decision making Maintain strong relationships with business leaders and departments, including operations and sales Manage and oversee cashflow and forecasting of cashflow Responsible for working capital reporting and banking convenance. Requirements: Professional Qualification - Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or similar Minimum of 5 -8 years work experience in the finance field Proven track record of building successful relationships with senior stakeholders Previous FP&A experience and the ability to tell a story with the numbers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
Oct 04, 2025
Contractor
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an FP&A Manager on a 6 month contract basis to join a fast growing business that is currently experiencing exponential growth within this niche industry. The company is looking for a highly experience and dynamic individual to carve out the FP&A function and manage various divisional costs across the business. This is a broad role and will benefit from having an individual with cashflow and banking experience alongside the commercial business partnering exposure within a group function. This role offers hybrid working options (2-3 days in office) and looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Responsibilities: Oversee preparation and delivery of recurring financial reports, providing insights into performance trends, key variances, and potential future risks to inform strategic decisions. Coordinate the corporate planning cycle, ensuring alignment across departments and integrating robust analysis of financial data to support organizational goals. Conduct in-depth financial reviews in collaboration with accounting teams during period-end closures to ensure data integrity and accuracy. Support senior finance leadership in analyzing actuals against forecasts and budgets, identifying material deviations and their underlying drivers. Contribute to the development of multi-year financial projections, aligning strategic initiatives with long-term business objectives. Identify and evaluate business risks and opportunities, translating insights into actionable recommendations for leadership. Lead the monitoring and reporting of operational performance metrics through interactive dashboards, enabling cross-functional teams to proactively manage performance. Analyze external data sets relevant to industry trends and operations, including transportation infrastructure and market activity, to support decision-making. Operational performance including trend analysis to help with management decision making Maintain strong relationships with business leaders and departments, including operations and sales Manage and oversee cashflow and forecasting of cashflow Responsible for working capital reporting and banking convenance. Requirements: Professional Qualification - Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or similar Minimum of 5 -8 years work experience in the finance field Proven track record of building successful relationships with senior stakeholders Previous FP&A experience and the ability to tell a story with the numbers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an FP&A Manager on a 6 month contract basis to join a fast growing business that is currently experiencing exponential growth within this niche industry. The company is looking for a highly experience and dynamic individual to carve out the FP&A function and manage various divisional costs across the business. This is a broad role and will benefit from having an individual with cashflow and banking experience alongside the commercial business partnering exposure within a group function. This role offers hybrid working options (2-3 days in office) and looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Responsibilities: Oversee preparation and delivery of recurring financial reports, providing insights into performance trends, key variances, and potential future risks to inform strategic decisions. Coordinate the corporate planning cycle, ensuring alignment across departments and integrating robust analysis of financial data to support organizational goals. Conduct in-depth financial reviews in collaboration with accounting teams during period-end closures to ensure data integrity and accuracy. Support senior finance leadership in analyzing actuals against forecasts and budgets, identifying material deviations and their underlying drivers. Contribute to the development of multi-year financial projections, aligning strategic initiatives with long-term business objectives. Identify and evaluate business risks and opportunities, translating insights into actionable recommendations for leadership. Lead the monitoring and reporting of operational performance metrics through interactive dashboards, enabling cross-functional teams to proactively manage performance. Analyze external data sets relevant to industry trends and operations, including transportation infrastructure and market activity, to support decision-making. Operational performance including trend analysis to help with management decision making Maintain strong relationships with business leaders and departments, including operations and sales Manage and oversee cashflow and forecasting of cashflow Responsible for working capital reporting and banking convenance. Requirements: Professional Qualification - Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or similar Minimum of 5 -8 years work experience in the finance field Proven track record of building successful relationships with senior stakeholders Previous FP&A experience and the ability to tell a story with the numbers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
Sep 22, 2025
Contractor
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an FP&A Manager on a 6 month contract basis to join a fast growing business that is currently experiencing exponential growth within this niche industry. The company is looking for a highly experience and dynamic individual to carve out the FP&A function and manage various divisional costs across the business. This is a broad role and will benefit from having an individual with cashflow and banking experience alongside the commercial business partnering exposure within a group function. This role offers hybrid working options (2-3 days in office) and looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Responsibilities: Oversee preparation and delivery of recurring financial reports, providing insights into performance trends, key variances, and potential future risks to inform strategic decisions. Coordinate the corporate planning cycle, ensuring alignment across departments and integrating robust analysis of financial data to support organizational goals. Conduct in-depth financial reviews in collaboration with accounting teams during period-end closures to ensure data integrity and accuracy. Support senior finance leadership in analyzing actuals against forecasts and budgets, identifying material deviations and their underlying drivers. Contribute to the development of multi-year financial projections, aligning strategic initiatives with long-term business objectives. Identify and evaluate business risks and opportunities, translating insights into actionable recommendations for leadership. Lead the monitoring and reporting of operational performance metrics through interactive dashboards, enabling cross-functional teams to proactively manage performance. Analyze external data sets relevant to industry trends and operations, including transportation infrastructure and market activity, to support decision-making. Operational performance including trend analysis to help with management decision making Maintain strong relationships with business leaders and departments, including operations and sales Manage and oversee cashflow and forecasting of cashflow Responsible for working capital reporting and banking convenance. Requirements: Professional Qualification - Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or similar Minimum of 5 -8 years work experience in the finance field Proven track record of building successful relationships with senior stakeholders Previous FP&A experience and the ability to tell a story with the numbers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
