DMA Group
Regional Operations Manager

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Area Business Manager – Lead, Innovate, and Drive Success!
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Salary: Circa £67k + 20% bonus, car/car allowance, medical cover, pension
Location: Birmingham & Wolverhampton
Are you a natural leader with a proven track record in Logistics, Transport, or Waste Management? Do you thrive on delivering operational excellence and have a keen sense of business acumen? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
The Role
As the Area Business Manager, you’ll lead and inspire teams across two key locations, driving business growth and operational success. You'll be instrumental in shaping and executing commercial strategies to ensure profitability, world-class customer service, and compliance with all legal standards. Your responsibilities will include:
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- Leading a dynamic Transport Team and Drivers.
- Driving business development, operational excellence, and superior service delivery across a diverse customer portfolio.
- Achieving key customer success metrics, including first-time collection rates and recovery collections.
- Maximising profitability while maintaining top-tier operational performance and safety standards.
- Transforming ways of working, processes, and the culture of the team.
About You
We’re seeking a visionary leader who can transform strategies into action and inspire teams to perform at their best. You should have:
- A strong background in Transport and business acumen and operational management.
- Strategic thinking with a creative, solution-focused approach to implementing and embedding business strategies.
- A history of managing projects involving multiple stakeholders.
- A passion for leading high-performing teams and driving transformation and change.
- Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Transport Manager CPC (desirable).


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Our client is a leader in the waste management industry, offering an outstanding package to support your success:
- 20% performance-based annual bonus
- 25 days of annual leave
- Private medical cover
- Choice of company car or car allowance
- Enhanced company pension scheme
- Continuous training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential
Be part of a company that champions innovation, professional growth, and operational excellence in the waste management sector.
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