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General Manager

Ref: 625369

East Midlands, UK

£100,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Operational Excellence
  • Cost Management

About the candidate

A seasoned General Manager with over two decades of profound experience predominantly in the food industry. This professional has demonstrated a robust knack for elevating large, complex operations to new heights of efficiency and profitability. Their career is marked by roles in which they have overseen comprehensive teams up to 600 members strong, driving annual turnovers upwards of £100 million. Known for a dynamic and strategic approach to leadership, they excel in both project management and ongoing operational improvement.

The candidate is truly passionate about harnessing the collective power of teams to achieve business excellence. They bring a particular expertise in navigating businesses through periods of change and growth, with a track record of securing substantial business from leading grocery retailers and food service sectors. Their strategic acumen is complemented by a hands-on ability to enhance business processes and profitability.

What makes them great?

  • Revenue Growth: Achieved impressive growth figures such as a £10m (200%) increase in annual revenue over three years.
  • Cost Management: Directed initiatives leading to substantial cost savings, exemplified by a £2.3m annual labour cost reduction.
  • Operational Improvements: Spearheaded the enhancement of output by 7.2%, illustrating a deep ability to refine production processes for better efficiency.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Leadership: Expert in leading and developing teams within high-turnover environments, driving significant revenue and productivity improvements.
  • Business Development: Demonstrated history of identifying and capitalising on market opportunities to drive growth and increase market share.
  • Operational Excellence: Proficient in enhancing operational workflows, establishing effective processes, and leading change management initiatives to boost efficiency and quality.