Operations Director

Ref: 603020

Romiley, UK

£100,000

• Permanent
• Cost Savings and Productivity Improvement
• Strategic Operations Management
• Immediately Available

About the candidate

A highly accomplished Operations Director with extensive expertise in driving significant productivity improvements and performance enhancement programmes in challenging business environments. Specialising in the manufacturing sector, particularly decorative packaging, this candidate has demonstrated proficiency in steering large-scale operations with turnovers up to £68m. Known for a pragmatic and data-driven approach, the candidate has successfully managed and transformed operations, effectively increasing revenue and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team empowerment.

What makes them great?

• Generated over £1.5m in cost savings and productivity improvements across various companies in decorative packaging.
• Increased revenue substantially, from £57m in 2015 to £68m in 2018, through strategic productivity improvements and capacity growth.
• Enhanced operational efficiency through implementation of TPM, SMED, and other best practice techniques, contributing to a 20% improvement in OEE and significant reduction in manufacturing throughput time.

Areas of expertise

• Operational Strategy & Management: Expertise in designing and implementing strategies that enhance productivity and efficiency across manufacturing operations.
• Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvements: Proven track record in devising and leading initiatives that significantly reduce costs and enhance operational outputs.
• Team Leadership & Development: Skilled in leading, training, and motivating diverse teams to achieve high performance and meet business goals.