Manufacturing Director (Ambient Cake)
Location: Carlton, Barnsley, S71 3HF
Where Passion Meets Purpose
At Premier Foods, we're proud to be one of Britain's biggest listed food companies, with over 4,000 colleagues across 13 sites. Our brands are found in 94% of British households, and our Sweet Treats division is home to some of the UK's best-loved products including Mr Kipling and Cadbury cakes.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the Manufacturing Director (Sweet Treats) is a pivotal senior leadership role with dual responsibility:
* Cluster Leadership: You'll lead the strategic direction of the Sweet Treats (Cake) manufacturing cluster, comprising three factories-Carlton (home base), Moreton, and Stoke-on-Trent-with a combined headcount of approximately 2,000.
* Factory General Manager: You'll also take direct ownership of the Carlton site, one of the largest purpose-built bakeries in the world, with up to 1,100 colleagues on site (peak) and 11 production lines of 350 SKUs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead top-line growth and profitability across the cluster
2. Shape and implement the operational strategy in partnership with commercial and marketing teams
3. Drive cross-functional...