As Operations Director my key duties and skills are highlighted belowThe previous 10 years I was employed as a General Manager & Group Operations Director in a medium sized manufacturing company.ObjectiveKey skills• Strong leadership, motivational and development skills• Comprehensive understanding of financial management principles• Commercial acumen and excellent management skills• A motivated team player who develops staff to be empowered • Results-oriented with a driven, positive outlook and a clear focus on high quality and business profit• Strategic planning and forecasting for production..... Identifying, developing and implementation of business strategy. Cultivating the company’s reputation in the market. Involved in planning the organisation's activities to achieve targets. Responsible for the Profit & Loss responsibility for the business.  Leading, motivating and developing the management team. Liaising with Local Authority officials and regulatory bodies. Managing multi-disciplined teams and resolving any conflicting priorities. Developing business plans and reports. Improving margins and maintaining a high quality service to clients.  Reviewing, refining and developing the strategy and direction of the company. Building client relationships that result in revenue and profitability growth. Responsible for the company’s health and safety and legislative adherence. Keeping tight control of the cash flow. Keeping control of business expenditure, ensuring it's within agreed budgets.