Chief Executive Officer - Malta

COREcruitment; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 131,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead a dynamic food manufacturing company in Malta. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the food sector, with a strong track record in leadership roles. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, managing business performance, and driving strategic growth. This role offers a competitive salary package and support for relocation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% KPI Bonus

Relocation support

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in food manufacturing including operational and leadership roles.
• Advancement from manufacturing floor roles to C-suite positions.
• Exceptional command of P&L and operational KPIs within food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the long-term vision and strategic plan.
• Oversee daily food production processes and optimize for quality and efficiency.
• Manage business performance and financial health.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic planning

Operational excellence

Analytical thinking

Change management

Job description

Salary: €150.000 - €200.000 + 10% KPI Bonus + car + health insurance

Start: ASAP

Languages: English

Open to people who would like to relocate to Malta - need to have the right to work in Europe

Position Overview

We are seeking an exceptional, seasoned Chief Executive Officer to lead a dynamic food manufacturing company in Malta.

The ideal candidate is a dedicated food sector specialist, with a proven career progression from hands‑on operational roles to executive leadership.

The CEO will be responsible for directing strategy, overseeing manufacturing operations, and inspiring high-performing teams while driving sustainable growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and refine the company’s long-term vision and strategic plan to ensure growth, innovation, and market leadership in the food manufacturing sector.
• Provide robust, structured leadership across all company departments, fostering collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Oversee daily food production processes; continuously optimise for quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage business performance and financial health, demonstrating expert knowledge of P&L, budgeting, cost control, and reporting.
• Build a resilient, people-oriented culture; attract, develop, and retain talented teams through trust, transparency, and empowerment.
• Lead change initiatives and process improvements with agility and a solution-focused mindset.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements in food manufacturing.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships, including with investors, partners, suppliers, and customers.
• Champion entrepreneurial thinking throughout the organization; identify new market opportunities and drive innovation in products and processes.
• Represent the company externally as an ambassador for its values, vision, and industry leadership.

Requirements

• Extensive career experience in food manufacturing, including hands-on operational roles and senior executive leadership.
• Demonstrated advancement from manufacturing floor roles to C-suite positions.
• Seasoned, mature judgement with the energy and agility to lead in a fast-paced market.
• Outstanding people leadership and communication skills; proven ability to mentor, motivate, and build collaborative teams.
• Stress-resistant and adaptable; thrives under pressure and in complex, evolving environments.
• Highly structured, analytical thinking, and excellent planning skills.
• Exceptional command of P&L, strategic business management, and operational KPIs within food manufacturing.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, with a passion for innovation, growth, and positive change.
• Willing and able to relocate to Malta.

What They Offer

• Leadership of a forward-thinking, ambitious food manufacturing enterprise.
• Opportunity to spearhead growth, transformation, and impact in the industry’s vibrant Maltese market.
• Competitive package and full support for relocation.