Operations Lead - Grocery/Convenience

Freshminds

  • London
  • £550-650 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
An ambitious grocery retail business is launching its first store this year. Positioned between traditional high-street retailers and premium lifestyle brands, this startup is redefining the grocery experience - combining high-quality products, hot food offerings, and cutting-edge tech in-store.We're looking for a hands-on Operations Lead to help shape and deliver the operational blueprint for the first Store. This role is critical in laying the foundations for a scalable, high-performing retail model that will expand across London and beyond.Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement the operational roadmap for Store 1, aligned with long-term strategic goals.
  • Lead on licensing, health & safety, compliance, and tech systems (e.g. SAP).
  • Oversee hiring and workforce planning for store operations.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to leadership on scalable grocery retail models.
  • Collaborate closely with senior leadership and an experienced store manager already in place.
Requirements:
  • 5-6 years' experience in grocery retail operations.
  • Strong grounding in operational best practices
  • Blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
  • Comfortable working across HQ and in-store environments.
  • Experience in startup or scale-up environments.
Details:
  • Start date: ASAP
  • Duration: 3 months with potential to extend
  • Day rate: Up to £650Ltd depending on experience
  • Location: Hybrid, central London with some site visits

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