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Director of Operations
7 days ago
Job Title: Director of Operations & Supply - FMCG Manufacturing
Reports to: Group Managing Director
Business Function: Operations
Package
- Salary Range: £90K-£110K, based on level of experience
- Bonus: 10-20%
- Benefits: Standard company benefits
We are seeking an inspiring, dynamic and experienced Director of Operations & Supply to lead our manufacturing, supply chain and warehouse facility within the FMCG sector. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality of our production processes while managing the storage, handling, and distribution of goods. The Director of Operations & Supply will collaborate closely with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives, optimise resources, and achieve the company’s operational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Leadership: Oversee day-to-day operations of the manufacturing, supply chain, and warehouse facility, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality production processes. Leading a team of over 100 personnel through (head of departments / managers)
- Financial Management: Develop and manage the P&L for the operational facility, driving actions to achieve commercial targets and profitability. Ensure cost-effective operations by managing the manufacturing and warehouse budget.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a 3-5 year strategic plan to enhance operational capacity and support business growth.
- Stakeholder Management: Be a strong voice in the leadership team, responding to commercial demands and influencing stakeholders to maintain operational efficiency and achieve successful outcomes.
- Operational Efficiency: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve service levels. Implement and refine processes to meet quality and commercial demands.
- Demand Management: Oversee capacity planning and production scheduling to meet customer demand efficiently. Collaborate with commercial teams to ensure manufacturing practices align with commercial needs.
- Supply Chain Optimisation: Align production and warehouse activities with overall supply chain and logistics requirements to maximise output. Manage and optimise the supply chain to ensure timely delivery of materials and products.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the manufacturing and warehouse team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Ensure adequate resources and provide learning and development opportunities to enhance team skills.
- Innovation and Production: Collaborate with the New Product Development (NPD) team to actualise the innovation pipeline and deliver products that meet the ‘Gold Standard’.
- Inventory Management: Implement and maintain a commercially viable stock holding policy. Ensure accurate inventory management, including stock control and cycle counting.
- Quality Assurance: Adhere to and enforce quality standards. Work with the Quality & Standards Director to implement audits and reviews, and drive improvements in line with accreditations and internal standards.
- Health & Safety: Lead the Health & Safety team, promoting a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Technology and Innovation: Continuously seek ways to improve systems and processes through technology or machinery to achieve commercial outcomes.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, warehouse operations, inventory management, logistics, quality control, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in financial management and budgeting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to drive change and foster innovation.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies, and warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations, warehouse, or logistics operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Would consider current Operations Directors or Heads of Operations.
- Experience in leading large teams of 100 or more in an FMCG manufacturing environment.
- Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to understand and influence sales teams.
- Demonstrable experience in operational P&L management.
- Experience in leading Health & Safety initiatives and championing safe practices.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field is desirable but not essential.
Performance Indicators:
- Production efficiency and throughput
- Quality metrics (defect rates, returns, etc.)
- Cost control and budget adherence
- On-time delivery performance
- Order accuracy and fulfilment rates
- Warehouse operational efficiency
- Inventory accuracy and turnover rates
- Employee engagement and retention
- Safety incident rates
- P&L performance
If you are a strategic operational thinker with a proven track record in leading operations within the FMCG sector, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to drive operational excellence and contribute to our company's growth
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