Operations Development Manager

Alliance Automotive Group UK & Ireland is a leading distributor of passenger and commercial vehicle parts to motor factors, garages, franchise networks and public services throughout the UK and Ireland. Our strategically designed network, supported by acquisitions, positions us as a market leader in providing automotive parts distribution services to the aftermarket. Supported by a top-tier logistics network comprising over 300 local stores, 20 Regional Distribution Centres, our state-of-the‑art 1 million square foot National Distribution Centre, and a workforce of over 6,000 colleagues, our business model prioritises maintaining an extensive and readily available product range to uphold the quality of our service offerings.

Role Overview Alliance Automotive Group is seeking a commercially focused and analytically driven Operations Development Manager to support strategic decision‑making across warehouse and supply chain operations. This role will act as a key business partner to operational stakeholders, translating complex data into actionable insights, driving process optimisation, and supporting business transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will combine strong technical capability with operational expertise to enhance performance, efficiency, and service delivery across the network.

Core Responsibilities & Roles Strategic Data Leadership: Act as a strategic partner to stakeholders, identifying key questions and defining KPIs to measure business performance. Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with key stakeholders/working groups and translating business requirements into achievable solutions supported by data analysis. Data Storytelling & Visualization: Propose new designs for interactive dashboards (using SCI & Power BI) and present compelling narratives that drive actionable, high‑stakes decisions.

Risk Management: Identifying potential issues and implementing mitigating actions. Process Analysis & Optimization: Analysing workflows to identify bottlenecks, waste, and inefficiencies, and designing improved, standardised processes. Experimentation & Forecasting: Design and deploy forecasting, time‑series, and predictive analysis techniques to predict trends and forecast future outcomes.

Go Live and Post‑Implementation Support: Be actively present when required during early scope phase, provide hands‑on support during the go‑live phase, addressing any issues and ensuring a smooth transition. Key Competencies Technical Proficiency: Advanced Excel, Kerridge, and Manhattan Active. Warehouse Operations: Good working knowledge of the end‑to‑end warehouse operations (Inbound, Outbound, Automation).

Business Acumen: Ability to translate analytical findings into strategic business recommendations. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with stakeholders and team members. Leadership: Strong project management, mentoring, and communication skills to bridge technical and non‑technical teams.

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