Interim Operations Director

Company: Gleeson Recruitment Group
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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

n.

Posted: July 5th, 2026