Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer – Logistics£100,000-120,000 + bonus + LTIPNorth WestAn outstanding opportunity to join a privately backed, ambitious logistics group – growing through the acquisition and integration of high-quality owner-managed businesses across warehousing, transport, freight forwarding and customs clearance.This is not a corporate caretaker role - this is an opportunity for an ambitious operational leader to help build a significant UK logistics group from the ground up — shaping the operating model, leading integrations, driving performance and ultimately helping create a business of real scale and value.We are looking for someone who has already proven themselves inside a fast-moving logistics operation and is now ready for a broader, more influential leadership role. For the right individual, this is a genuine step-up opportunity.The RoleWorking directly with the investor group and founders of acquired businesses, you will lead the operational integration and performance improvement programme across multiple acquisitions over the next 24 months.You will be heavily involved from pre-acquisition through to post-deal execution:Assessing operational quality and integration readinessEmbedding consistent operational and reporting disciplinesDriving warehouse, transport and systems optimisationSupporting WMS / TMS implementation and process standardisationIdentifying commercial synergies and cross-selling opportunitiesBuilding scalable operational infrastructure for future growthThis role is highly execution-focused. You will spend time on-site with acquired businesses, working directly with operators, depot managers and founders to improve performance and create a unified platform.What We’re Looking ForWe expect this opportunity to appeal to an ambitious:Divisional MDOperations DirectorRegional Operations DirectorHead of OperationsMulti-site General Manager…who understands logistics operationally and commercially, and wants the opportunity to play a major role in building something significant.You are likely to bring:Strong multi-site logistics operations experienceExposure to warehousing, transport and/or 3PL operationsExperience improving operational performance and KPIsStrong commercial and financial awarenessCredibility with operators and founders alikeExperience implementing operational systems and processesHigh levels of accountability, resilience and paceThe IndividualThis role requires someone who:Enjoys solving operational problemsCan make decisions quickly and pragmaticallyThrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environmentsWants genuine responsibility and influenceIs excited by growth, integration and value creationHas the ambition to grow into a major leadership role over timeThe OpportunityHigh-profile buy-and-build growth programmeSignificant operational influence from day oneDirect exposure to investors and board-level decision makingEquity participation opportunityClear long-term growth potentialEntrepreneurial, non-corporate culture