Supply Chain & Manufacturing Director

A leading, privately held food manufacturer is seeking to appoint a Supply Chain & Manufacturing Director to join its executive leadership team.

This is a critical, enterprise-level role with full accountability for end-to-end manufacturing operations and supply chain performance across a complex, multi-site network.

The successful individual will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, cost efficiency, service levels, and transformation across a high-volume, fast-paced food production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Full P&L and operational responsibility for manufacturing and supply chain operations across multiple UK sites
• Lead and optimise end-to-end supply chain activities, including planning, procurement, logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing
• Drive continuous improvement, productivity, and margin enhancement through Lean, Six Sigma, and automation initiatives
• Ensure best-in-class standards in food safety, quality, health & safety, and regulatory compliance
• Partner closely with commercial, technical, and finance leadership to support growth, innovation, and customer service
• Lead, develop, and inspire a large, geographically dispersed leadership team
• Play a key role in strategic planning, capacity expansion, and operational transformation programmes

Candidate Profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in FMCG food manufacturing at Director or equivalent level
• Strong background spanning both manufacturing operations and supply chain in high-volume environments
• Demonstrated success in leading large, multi-site organisations through change and performance improvement
• Commercially astute with strong P&L ownership experience
• Track record of delivering operational excellence, cost reduction, and service improvements
• Strong people leader with the ability to build high-performing, values-driven teams

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