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Operations Director

Ref: 131817

Manchester, UK

£120,000

  • Permanent
  • Operational Excellence
  • Leadership in Safety
  • Strategic Management

About the candidate

A proven leader in operational strategy and execution, the candidate brings extensive experience from roles such as Operations Director within top tier chemical and FMCG sectors. Their track record is marked by pivotal roles in driving operational excellence, leadership development, and robust safety management across multiple large-scale facilities. The candidate is particularly noted for enhancing operational efficiencies, maintaining strict compliance with health and safety regulations, and leading significant cultural shifts within organisations.

In past roles, they have successfully governed critical processes and risk management procedures, including overseeing significant capital projects and continuous improvement programmes. Known for a pragmatic and focused approach, they excel in environments requiring high degrees of accountability and rigorous regulatory oversight.

What makes them great?

  • Operational Excellence: Achieved year-on-year UK production growth of 7.3%, demonstrating substantial increases in efficiency and productivity.
  • Financial Acumen: Directed a 14.2m capital programme yielding significant cost savings and production improvements, enhancing line efficiency by 6.1%.
  • Culture and Engagement: Successfully raised employee engagement levels and reduced absenteeism significantly, fostering a more dedicated and productive workforce.

Areas of expertise

  • Operations Management: Expertise in steering complex operations and P&L accountability across manufacturing environments, particularly in the chemical and FMCG industries.
  • Regulatory Compliance and Safety Management: Strong background in managing site compliance with stringent health, safety and environmental regulations, including COMAH critical standards.
  • Strategic Leadership and Talent Development: Proven track record in leadership development and engaging teams, resulting in improved operational performance and productivity.