Manufacturing Operations Director

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Sterling Choice Full time £160,000 - £170,000
Group Manufacturing Director Opportunity

We are seeking a seasoned Group Manufacturing Director to lead our multi-site operation in the North UK. As a key member of our executive team, you will be responsible for driving a culture of engagement, safety, compliance, quality, and innovation.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing own-label food manufacturing operations with multiple factories and turnovers of over £150 million. You will need to have a proven track record of delivering complex, large-scale CapEx projects while simultaneously managing multiple sites.

This is a retained, confidential assignment for a UK-based Food Manufacturer. The successful candidate will be responsible for strengthening the foundations of our operations and driving long-term growth opportunities through new channels, international expansion, range expansion, and co-manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and implementation of our manufacturing strategy
  • Drive a culture of engagement, safety, compliance, quality, and innovation across multiple sites
  • Manage complex, large-scale CapEx projects
  • Collaborate with the executive team to deliver business objectives

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience in managing own-label food manufacturing operations with multiple factories and turnovers of over £150 million
  • Proven track record of delivering complex, large-scale CapEx projects
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Ability to drive cultural change and improve operational efficiency

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • A car allowance and bonus scheme
  • The opportunity to work with a leading Food Manufacturer in the UK


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