Area Operations Manager

At JDP, we are the experts in civils drainage and water management. For over half a century we’ve been combining quality products, knowledgeable staff, dedicated delivery, a national branch network and technical assistance to be the one-stop shop for our customers. We continue to experience remarkable growth and stability and this is thanks to our unwavering commitment to excellent customer service and robust business strategy. Following fantastic record breaking results in 2024 backed up by exceeding the previous year in 2025 we continue to go from strength to strength. Now is the time to become as passionate about pipework as we are. Our people are at the heart of our operations and we pride ourselves on being a great company to work for! 

Are you an experienced Area Manager or Regional Manager with a passion for operational excellence? Join our team at JDP as a Network Manager in our Midlands region. Make a difference in ensuring our branches across this region keep running efficiently!

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of Branch Managers covering the Midlands and further afield, nurturing a collaborative and growth-orientated environment.
• Monitor Regional performance, swiftly addressing any issues in the region.
• Engage all branches in managing existing customer relationships, revenue and profit.
• Coordinating regional meetings with Branch Managers that include relationship building and understanding of other relevant JDP functions.
• Supporting the Branches with any day to day operational issues that they cannot resolve alone.
• Working with the other Network Managers to look at strategy and company growth.
• Travelling to the Branches throughout the region which covers as far West as Carmarthen and Colchester or Norwich to the East. The most Northern site within the region is Alfreton and the most Southern is Northampton, therefore your base would be ideally suited within Northamptonshire.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders of all levels.
• Proven track record within management, or ready to take the next step up.
• A strategic thinker with strong planning skills
• Able to work using your own initiative within a demanding, target driven environment
• A motivational and inspirational leader
• A natural relationship builder with strong business development skills
• Willing to Travel

Benefits:

• Enjoy a long-term career with a stable and growing UK company, proudly owned by a global group.
• Receive a competitive salary that reflects your skills and contributions.
• Secure your future with our contributory pension scheme.
• Access full support and training to help you thrive in your role.
• Non-Contractual Annual bonus up to 10%
• Company Car