Operations Team Leader
Wyton
40 hours (Mon – Fri)
Accelerate your career with a company that leads the way!
Manheim Vehicle Solutions, part of the Cox Automotive Group, is a fast-moving, evolving business that supports de-fleet operations, multiple remarketing channels, and a full range of vehicle preparation services - making sure vehicles are ready for both wholesale and retail markets.
As we grow our service offering and expand our client base, delivering on service level agreements and maintaining the highest standards is more important than ever.
Our team members are the driving force behind this success - making sure every customer requirement is met and that we deliver operational excellence and outstanding service at every step.
About The Role
As an Operations Team Leader, you’ll lead a team responsible for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles across the yard. You will support daily operations across the site’s core functions - Inbound, Movements and Outbound - whilst ensuring service level agreements and operational standards are consistently met.
This role includes both outdoor operational work and office-based tasks such as resource planning and people management activities.
The position requires someone who is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and who can actively move around site, safely drive vehicles, and support the team where needed.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Lead, support, and motivate a team of Operations Assistants and Coordinators.
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Manage all people-related activities including absence management, performance management, investigations, and disciplinary processes.
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Plan resources effectively to ensure workloads are prioritised and service level agreements are achieved.
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Promote high levels of team engagement and a positive working culture.
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Ensure safe and efficient movement of vehicles across the yard.
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Maintain accurate vehicle records across all relevant systems.
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Ensure loose items are stored correctly and safely.
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Complete scheduled MVS Self-Assessment checks and address or escalate any compliance issues.
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Follow all site health and safety procedures and promote safe working practices.
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Drive vehicles safely and professionally in line with site rules and HSE requirements.
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Maintain a calm and professional approach when dealing with colleagues and customers.
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Support with additional operational tasks when required to ensure smooth yard operations.
What We’re Looking For
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Strong people management and leadership skills.
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Previous team leadership or supervisory experience is desirable.
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to give clear instructions and build strong working relationships.
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Strong time management and organisational skills.
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Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a busy operational environment.
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Comfortable working under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
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Confident using handheld or tablet-based technology.
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A full driving licence and confidence driving a range of vehicles.
We’re Committed to Inclusion
We are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all its forms. We are a place where you can be you.
Ready To Join Our Team & Make A Difference?
Apply now and drive your career forward with one of the automotive industry’s most trusted names.
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE
We kindly ask that agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We work with a carefully selected and trusted group of recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the recruitment team or directly to a hiring manager. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions.
Cox Automotive is the world’s largest automotive service organisation. We
provide dependable solutions that improve performance and profitability
throughout the vehicle lifecycle to manufacturers, fleets, and retailers.
Our businesses are organised around our customers’ core needs across vehicle
solutions, mobility, remarketing, funding, and retail.
