Operations Director - Nigel Wright Group : Job Details

The CompanyJames Clay & Sons is the UK’s leading importer and distributor of world-class beers from Europe, the USA, and Japan. They aren’t just moving boxes—they are building brands, curating culture, and delivering flavour experiences that excite and inspire. With a turnover of over £35m, a 51,000ft² distribution centre and a further 4 regional sites for national distribution, a fleet delivering to over 1,250 accounts monthly, they’re scaling fast and staying true to their roots.Rarter Bond is a subsidiary of James Clay & Sons and is a bonded warehousing powerhouse offering duty-suspended storage, ecommerce fulfilment, and freight forwarding from a secure site at Leeds Bradford Airport. A growing hub of innovation and efficiency.Together, these businesses are guided by values that matter:Professional in our standards and delivery; Honest in our communication and relationships; Caring in how we support our people, customers, and partners; and Positive in our mindset and ambition.Lead Boldly. Build Brilliantly. Deliver Differently.Are you ready to lead a dynamic, values-driven business that stands as the UK’s best-in-class beer distributor and bonded logistics provider? James Clay & Sons and Rarter Bond are on the hunt for a trailblazing Director of Operations to join their Board and lead the operational engine with vision, precision, and passion.This is more than a job — it’s a chance to shape the future of two dynamic companies at the heart of the UK’s specialist beverage industry.As Director of Operations, you’ll:

• Sit on the Board and help shape group strategy, governance, and growth.
• Lead operations across warehousing, logistics, and distribution for both companies.
• Drive innovation through smart tech, process refinement, and bold thinking.
• Inspire teams to deliver excellence every day—from goods-in to final-mile delivery.
• Champion compliance and safety to industry-leading standards.
• Optimise networks and resources to deliver smarter, faster, better.

You’ll be at the heart of everything—from strategic planning to hands-on leadership. You’ll have the autonomy to make real change and the support of a passionate, close-knit team that believes in what they do.What You’ll Bring

• Senior leadership experience in operations and logistics probably from FMCG.
• A sharp strategic mind and a hands-on approach.
• A hunger for improvement and a love of smart systems.
• People-first leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• A genuine connection to the companies values and mission.

Why You’ll Love the role

• Impact: Your ideas will shape the future of two thriving businesses.
• Culture: A family business with a big heart and bold ambitions.
• Challenge: No two days are the same.
• Growth: You’ll lead transformation and leave a legacy.

Competitive salary and benefits.