Chief Executive Officer

TipTopJob; Greater London; Remote; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic food manufacturing company seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in the food manufacturing sector and a strong track record of delivering growth. This role includes oversight of production, supply chain, and quality while fostering a culture of innovation. Relocation assistance to Malta is provided. Interested candidates can apply by sending their CV to the provided contact.

Benefits

Relocation package

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Proven executive-level leadership experience within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of production processes and quality systems.
• Demonstrated success in delivering growth and business transformation.
• Financial literacy and experience overseeing budgets and investments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategic plan aligned with market trends.
• Lead operations across production, supply chain, quality, sales, and finance.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in food safety.
• Strengthen commercial performance and expand customer relationships.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Operational efficiency

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Tools

BRC

HACCP

ISO

Job description

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) : Food Manufacturing Business : RELOCATE TO MALTA : A,200K + Relocation Package

My client is an exciting high growth food manufacturing business who cater to various sectors.

They are currently looking for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to join their team. The successful CEO will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and commercial direction to ensure sustainable growth, operational excellence, and long‑term success. This is a hands‑on role suited to a dynamic leader with deep experience in food manufacturing, strong business acumen, and the ability to build high‑performing teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a high performing, entrepreneurial CEO to join a brilliant business who can offer great opportunities and will help with relocation costs and logistics.

Responsibilities Include

• Develop and implement the company's strategic plan, ensuring alignment with market trends, customer needs, and growth opportunities.
• Lead day‑to‑day operations across production, supply chain, quality, sales, and finance to achieve efficiency and profitability targets.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in food safety and quality standards.
• Strengthen commercial performance by expanding customer relationships, entering new markets, and supporting product innovation.
• Provide strong, inspirational leadership to the senior management team and wider workforce.
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
• Ensure full compliance with industry regulations, certifications, and environmental and sustainability commitments.
• Represent the company with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, investors, regulators, and industry bodies.
• Champion a culture that reflects the company’s values, promotes employee engagement, and supports organisational growth.

The Ideal CEO Candidate

• Proven executive‑level leadership experience within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality systems, supply chain management, and commercial drivers.
• Demonstrated success in delivering growth, improving operational efficiency, and leading business transformation.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical skills, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Experience managing regulatory compliance and food safety standards (e.g., BRC, HACCP, ISO).
• Financial literacy and experience overseeing budgets, P and L, and investment decisions.
• Inspirational leadership style with the ability to build, develop, and retain high‑performing teams.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com /