Interim Operations Director

Interim Operations Director – Multi‑Site Manufacturing

Location: UK • Sector: Tier 1 Automotive / High‑Volume Manufacturin

A global automotive manufacturing group is seeking an experienced Interim Operations Director to lead multiple UK sites through performance improvement, integration, and growth. This is a key strategic role overseeing end‑to‑end operations, driving excellence, and ensuring world‑class delivery to major OEM customer

s.Key Responsibiliti

• esLead operational performance across multiple UK manufacturing facilitie
• s.Full P&L ownership, driving productivity, cost control, quality, safety, and deliver
• y.Oversee S&OP/IBP, capacity planning, and inventory optimisatio
• n.Standardise processes, strengthen compliance, and embed continuous improvemen
• t.Lead NPI, launch readiness, and supply chain performanc
• e.Integrate newly acquired sites and drive cultural alignmen
• t.Partner with commercial and engineering teams to support customer programme
• s.Drive transformation, digitalisation, and operational optimisation across the networ

k.Candidate Profi

• leSenior operations leader from Tier 1 automotive or high‑volume manufacturin
• g.Strong experience managing multi‑site or multi‑country operation
• s.Proven track record in transformation, performance turnaround, and culture buildin
• g.Strategic, hands‑on leader with strong communication and stakeholder management skill

s.Opportuni

tyJoin a business undergoing significant growth and integration, with the remit to elevate operational performance, support expansion, and shape the future of a world‑class manufacturing organisatio

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