Head of UK Operations - Manufacturing
Location: Diss, Norfolk
Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 + excellent benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you a strategic and hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence? We are partnering with a leading manufacturing business to recruit a Head of UK Operations to oversee their manufacturing activities across multiple UK sites.
This is a senior leadership role where you will drive performance, maintain high safety standards, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the business's success and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead all UK manufacturing operations across multiple sites.
* Foster a strong safety culture, working closely with the SHEQ team.
* Drive operational efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
* Mentor and develop senior management teams (5 direct reports, c.50 indirect).
* Ensure operations are fully aligned with company strategy.
* Oversee performance management and resource allocation.
* Collaborate with procurement, technical, and finance departments.
* Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making.
Candidate Requirements:
1. Proven experience in a senior manufacturing lea...