Operations Manager for an International Logistics Company, based in West London.
Salary/Rate:Salary: £50k to £60k
Job type:Full-Time
Town/City:London
Sector:Shipping and Logistics
Level:Experienced (5 years+)
Set Up:Onsite
Post Date:21.05.26
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About the Role
Our client brings forward a fresh, highly efficient, and integrated approach to global fine art logistics, harnessing the Group’s far-reaching network and highly skilled team of specialists. They are the trusted partner for renowned institutions, known for their bespoke logistics solutions that reflect the complex demands of the art world without compromising on supreme privacy and industry-leading standards. Their international clientele span museums, galleries, private collectors, auctioneers, and art fairs amongst others.
They are looking for an Operations Manager to join their expanding team, based in West London.
As the Operations Manager, your duties will include:
- Working with the General Manager to formulate watertight operational procedures.
- Hiring staff for all roles reporting into position.
- Manage and oversee Operational function for Fine Art, including personnel scheduling, customs procedures and vehicles.
- Maintain steady flow for Operational Tasks
- Manage all Operations Coordinators, Drivers, Technicians and Subcontractor staff.
- Maintain compliance of all items under TA and Bond.
- Monitoring operations purchasing and spending.
- Assisting shipping coordinators and sales with large shipments.
- Monitor staff progression.
- Disciplinaries
- Works with Site/ Security manager to ensure safety.
- Regular H&S audits.
To be a successful Operations Manager you will have the following skills and experience:
- At least five years experience in similar role.
- Experienced and knowledgeable in customs procedures, particularly for Fine Art.
- Strong Managerial Skills and ability to problem solve on a regular basis.
- Experience of operations movements for artworks.
- Previous Art Handling or Registrar knowledge preferred.
- Ability to build and maintain good vendor and customer relations.
- Possible existing relationships with clients and vendors.
- Proficiency of problem-solving, handling any issues and customer queries.
- Punctual and with high attention to detail.
Location: West London, TW4
Salary: £50k to £60k
Duration: Perm / Full time
Sector: Logistics
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