Head of Operations Solutions & Transformations

About The Role

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, this role will be instrumental in driving AAH's operational growth, development, and achievement of strategic objectives.

This role will lead on and align with the Operations Leadership team to support the transformation of Supply Chain, Logistics, and Warehousing Activities across AAH.

Accountabilities

• Optimise the logistics footprint within AAH, leading the design and successful implementation of network changes.
• Support the development of innovative and efficient last-mile concepts and be instrumental in building the strategic road map and design of the network and supply chain.
• Identify and support the implementation of tools to support the warehouse operation.
• Develop robust and commercially optimized logistics solutions to support future growth and lead on strategic network development.
• Incorporate cross-industry logistics best practices and innovations that will bring solutions to benefit the AAH operation.
• Actively contribute as part of the Operations leadership team, including the annual budgeting process.
• Develop, challenge, and align Operations quarterly KVD road maps.
• Support the development and decision-making around the Supply Chain Management IT requirements and road map.
• Support the development and prioritization of the capex plan within the Supply Chain environment.

Why AAH?

AAH is the leading medical supplier in the UK, impacting millions of people across thousands of UK communities. From our network of branches, we distribute lifesaving medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals, and GPs.

We work collectively to make a difference.

We don’t believe in standing still, which is why we are investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our valued goods.

By working for AAH, you’ll have access to training and development programmes at all stages of your career through one of our many pathways, whether it’s a step into management, a regional role, or even at our Head office - the opportunities are endless.

Our ability to shape the future of healthcare depends on the passion and hard work of our people. As well as the benefits you would expect : 28 Days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays, pension scheme, and company bonus scheme, we also offer :

• Market leading maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Full support from our employee assistance programme including a health and well-being app.
• Private health insurance.
• Shopping discounts.

About You

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, and Warehousing Optimization Modelling and change programs.
• Knowledge of transformation methodologies and frameworks, such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.
• Experience of leading significant change programs across multi-sector logistics operations.
• Familiarity with change management principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.

About Us

You will play an essential role within the AAH branch helping us to be the largest distributor of pharmaceutical and healthcare products to our customers.

We impact millions of people across thousands of UK communities. From our network of branches, we distribute lifesaving medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals, and GPs.

We work collectively to make a difference working with our ICARE values to create a culture we can be proud of. We don’t believe in standing still, which is why we are investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our valued goods.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity & inclusion, taking a person-centred approach to our interview process that is fair and free from both discrimination and bias.

If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our recruitment teams.

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