Operations Director - Manufacturing

Reference: 64126q428_1778783958

Operations Director - Manufacturing

£85,000pa

Blackburn

Permanent

Are you a hands-on operational leader with a track record of driving high-performing teams and delivering results in fast-paced manufacturing environments? We're looking for a dynamic Operations Director to lead and elevate our clients Production and Supply Chain. This is working for a fast growing business on a growth trajectory, so it is a really exciting time to join the business and really make an impact.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead and inspire all operations, including Production, Mixing, Planning, Purchasing, Goods In, and Stock Control.
  • Drive efficiency, performance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
  • Ensure production meets output, quality, and safety standards every day.
  • Maintain accurate inventory control and manage ageing or obsolete stock proactively.
  • Monitor and report on operational KPIs, ensuring continuous performance improvements.
  • Collaborate across teams to deliver On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) results and operational excellence.
  • Plan and manage resources effectively to meet business demand and support growth.
  • Oversee procurement and supply of materials, packaging, and operational consumables.
  • Champion compliance with Health & Safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
  • Build, mentor, and lead high-performing operational teams, shaping the culture of excellence.

What We're Looking For:

  • Proven senior leadership experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or production environments.
  • Strong experience managing large, fast-paced operational teams.
  • Expertise across manufacturing operations, planning, inventory management, and purchasing.
  • Commercially aware with the ability to analyse performance and implement improvements.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset.
  • Ability to thrive and make an impact in a rapidly evolving business environment.

In return, you will receive a competitive package and the chance to join an exciting, fast-paced business who are looking to continue the growth they have enjoyed in recent years. There is really opportunity to influence and help shape the Operations within the business to contribute towards achieving business objectives.

Interested in this role? Please click apply now!

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£80,000.00 - £85,000.00
Per annum
GBP80000 - GBP85000 per annum + Benefits

Blackburn

Permanent

Added 14/05/2026
Reference: 64126q428_1778783958

Operations Director - Manufacturing

Blackburn
Permanent

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