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An exciting opportunity has arisen near Walsall, for an Operations Manager to drive efficiency and excellence in a fast-paced production environment. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and operational expertise to optimise processes and improve site performance.
Client Details
My FMCG production client, based near Walsall, are a global leader and operate across multiple countries. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, they are committed to continuous improvement and environmental responsibility. Their extensive network and expertise allow them to deliver high-value, reliable services that support operational excellence for clients in various sectors.
Description
- Lead and manage production, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Oversee H&S, compliance, and GDPR regulations.
- Work cross-functionally with engineering, service, quality and logistics teams to enhance operational effectiveness - create a 'one team' environment
- Drive continuous improvement by mobilising staff and implementing improvement projects.
- Forecast volumes and resource requirements, ensuring cost control and budget alignment.
- Develop strategic plans in collaboration with senior management.
- Manage and develop employees, covering performance, training, and engagement.
- Ensure on-time customer deliveries while maintaining quality and cost control.
- Monitor and report on performance, identifying trends and improvements.
- Support environmental sustainability initiatives, including energy efficiency.
- Act as a deputy for the General Manager when required.
Profile
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Operations Manager to make a tangible impact in a dynamic operational setting - FMCG non-food production.
- Experience gained within an FMCG production environment is key e.g., food, beverage, etc.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience in building high-performance teams.
- Proven ability to plan, organise, and implement operational strategies.
- IT proficiency, including MS Office, ERP systems, and data analysis.
- Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Experience in production, supply chain, or service management.
- Energetic, resilient, able to operate with pace and ability to adapt quickly.
- Desirable: Experience with Lean (Six Sigma) methodologies and NEBOSH certification.
Job Offer
The successful candidate for this Operations Manager position will be offered the opportunity to work for a successful organisation that prides itself on the development of their colleagues and promotes progression from within.
Paying up to c. 60,000 plus package Inc. c. 15% bonus, family private healthcare, pension and 25 days holidays
