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Operations Director - East of England - LH432, Alwalton
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Alwalton, United Kingdom
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Job Reference:
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3
Posted:
23.05.2025
Expiry Date:
07.07.2025
Job Description:
I am looking for a seasoned Operations Manager seeking the next step into a board-level role within a pioneering UK animal feed manufacturer with a European reach. This influential business has been leading in sustainable production for decades.
This is an exciting time to join the company, which has recently invested significantly in modernising its flagship mill. As a director, you will be a key figure in the business, a visionary and influential leader traveling throughout the UK and France to oversee all operations and ensure sites operate to the highest standards.
Key areas of responsibility:
* Motivating, mentoring, and coaching cross-functional teams.
* Overseeing daily operations to ensure consistency and quality of products.
* Collaborating with the Sales Director to meet sales forecasts through effective planning.
* Managing budgets, controlling site costs and stock variances.
* Handling all Capital, Innovation, and Change projects within the company, including managing the 5-year capital investment plan.
* Developing, leading, and championing sustainability initiatives.
* Ensuring all audits are completed to high standards.
* Leading compliance professionals supporting site leaders in maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards.
Essential criteria for the successful candidate:
* A proven track record in leading large teams, influencing change, and improving results.
* Strong understanding of HSE, hygiene, FEMAS, and ISO protocols.
* A passion for advancing manufacturing facilities.
* Excellent communication skills, capable of motivating employees, teams, and departments while fostering loyalty and confidence.
* Superior networking and negotiation skills.
Remuneration includes an extensive package, potentially becoming a shareholder, a company car or allowance, private healthcare, and an employee assistance scheme.
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