Are you a results-driven leader with a passion for operational excellence and people development? We're looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing and logistics functions at a high-performing site in Bristol.
In this pivotal role, you'll work alongside the Operations Director to shape and deliver a strategic business plan, drive continuous improvement, and ensure excellence across cost, quality, service, health and safety, compliance, and performance. You'll lead a talented site team and play a key role in engaging staff with the wider business vision.
The working hours for this role are 8:30am - 5pm, Monday to Friday - however, you will need to be available to be on call as and when required.
Responsibilities
* Lead and execute a business plan that aligns operations, engineering, transport, sales, and finance to meet performance goals
* Deliver targets for EBITDA, service levels, and operational efficiency
* Manage capital expenditure, maintenance, and inventory to reduce cost and stock losses
* Build strong cross-functional relationships to enhance collaboration and customer service
* Promote a "safety-first" culture while ensuring full legal, environmental, and feed compliance
* Inspire and develop your team with structured succession planning and training programmes
* Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and uphold the company's professional reputation
Requirements
Essential:
* Previous experience in a senior operational or manufacturing leadership role
* Strong understanding of manufacturing, transport & logistics processes
* Commercial acumen with proven ability to manage budgets, resources, and costs
* A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
* Strong leadership and people development skills
* Excellent communication, decision-making, and organisational abilities
* IT literacy and a strong safety and compliance mindset
Desirable:
* Located within 30 miles of Bristol (preferred but not essential)
Benefits
* Up to 60,000 salary depending on experience
* Company car
* Private healthcare
* Enhanced pension contributions after 12 months
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Career development opportunities
* Cycle to work scheme
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