Alchem Partners have been retained to source an experienced Operations Manager to lead a multi-disciplined team based in the UK.
Our client is an industry leading expert, part of a £multimillion, global business with sites worldwide. You will lead the multi-disciplined teams on site as well as manage a small number of smaller sites within the UK.
The role will focus on existing processes and improvements, leading and mentoring multi-disciplined teams including operational, engineering, logistics, customer service and managerial/supervisors as well as waste reduction, operational efficiency and ensuring the implementation of the company values, mission, vision and strategy.
You will be a key budget holder and be financially and commercially responsible for the running of the division and the strategic growth and implementation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the site ensuring smooth and compliant running of the operations, engineering and other disciplines.
* Ensuring smooth running of entire process, including resolution of issues for customers in a timely and cost effective manner
* Focus on process and efficiency improvement, effective cost optimisation all whilst ensuring exceptional customer care and quality.
* Create and control departmental budget.
* Leading and participation of management and regional meetings
* Responsible for recruitment, induction and retention of team members
Key Competencies/Qualifications and Experience
* Degree in a technical or commercial discipline
* Operational leadership experience within a process related industry i.e. Chemical, Process Manufacturing, FMCG etc.
* You will have strong commercial and financial acumen and a data driven mindset
* Strong continuous improvement experience
* Proven success managing and mentoring multi-disciplined teams i.e. operations, engineering, customer service, logistics etc.
* Strong customer-orientated view of the sales and service
This role will suit a proactive, driven and ambitious leader who is looking to own their own and their teams development, someone who is keen to take ownership and improve upon current practices. This is a strong developmental opportunity for the right person with huge growth potential.
In return our client is offering a salary of c£70,000, plus company car, bonus, private healthcare, pension.
Please apply via the link below or contact Stuart Tomkinson directly