Connor Beard Pgdip Cmgr
Operations Director @Ring Automotive Ltd
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WORK HISTORY
Operations Director @Ring Automotive Ltd
Leeds, GB
As a member of the Executive Board, I’m responsible for shaping and driving our UK strategy alongside the leadership team. In this role, my key responsibilities and priorities are:End‑to‑End Operational Leadership.Oversee Warehouse, Despatch, Goods In/Out, Production & Packing, Maintenance and Health & Safety to ensure reliable delivery, operational efficiency and a safe workplace.Strategic Planning & ExecutionPartner with the Executive Board to define company initiatives, set long‑term goals and translate strategy into actionable operational plans.Continuous Improvement & Data‑Driven DecisionsChampion the use of Power BI dashboards and automated workflows to identify marginal gains, optimise processes and measure performance metrics.Cross‑Functional CollaborationWork closely with Ring Carnation’s product and engineering teams to align bespoke solutions—like the next‑gen Genisys system and Power Products range—with our operational capabilities.“One Site” IntegrationCo‑lead the initiative to bring all UK teams under a single roof, fostering knowledge sharing, cultural alignment and accelerated innovation.People Development & CultureInvest in team training, succession planning and a culture of ownership, ensuring every colleague has the support and skills to excel.This role gives me the privilege of uniting our people, processes and passion to deliver exceptional value for our customers—today and into the future.
EDUCATION
Defence School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (DSEME)
EAL NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma, Engineering Maintenance (Electronic)
University of Reading
Bachelors of Leadership, Strategic Studies, and International Relations (BSc), Military and Strategic Leadership
Stratford College of Business Management
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Leadership and Strategy
University of Portsmouth
Master's degree, Engineering and management
Defence School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (DSEME)
EAL Level 3 Extended Diploma, Engineering Technology
University of Staffordshire
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Defence School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (DSEME)
Level 4 Diploma in Electonic System Inspection, Repair, Maintenance and Workshop Management, Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology
Army Education and Career Development Branch
Level 4 Award in Leadership and Management, Leadership and Management
Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
Regular Commissioning Course/ Leadership, Strategic Studies and International Relations, Military and Strategic Leadership
ABOUT CONNOR BEARD PGDIP CMGR
SUMMARYAn experienced senior operational manager, strategic leader, and professional engineer. Passionate about technology, power, innovation, people, operations, and manufacturing. Experienced in managing businesses that manufacture innovative electrical power management and control solutions, providing products and services to a wide-range range of sectors; following an 11-year career in the British Army within the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers as a commissioned engineering officer (Captain). Currently studying as part of an MBA programme, I offer a developed strategic leadership ability and can consult on strategic technological issues/developments to provide mutually beneficial B2B strategies and growth. MY EXPERIENCE:Directly led large diverse teams of up to 150 multi-skilled experts and indirectly supported teams of up to 450 to deliver a range of logistical and engineering support operational outputs and training objectives; thriving through uncertainty, pressure, and risk through adaptable and committed leadership. Managed operations of £12m/year turnover, and individual projects/contracts within up to £2m. All delivered with higher than budgeted profitability. Seasoned in planning, coordination, and control of complex tasks, projects, and operations. Inquisitive to the finest detail; optimizes performance through systematic data and root cause analysis. Drives innovation through empowerment, creating positive organisational change through strategic thinking and strong communication skills. Passionate about personal development and maximizing potential through building high-performance teams; tailored career management and appraisal; optimizing policy and process; and setting the right culture to work in. WHAT I OFFER- Leadership and Strategy- Project and Operations Management- Workforce and process optimization- Critical thinking and problem-solving- Decision-making and risk management.ACHIEVEMENTS- Best REME Officer Award. Identified by several senior directors as the top REME officer for professional knowledge, competence, leadership, and operational effectiveness within my role- Trafalgar post-graduate award. Identified by the University of Portsmouth for having the best MSc project submitted that academic year. Completing the project part-time, and in only 4 months, whilst maintaining a full-time job; responsible for the management of 150 people. The project highlighted a huge capability increase and could save up to 8,363 hours of unnecessary work each week, as well as £m\'s over time.
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