Chief Operating Officer

Executive Recruit; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG brand is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to drive operational excellence and strategic growth. The role involves overseeing all operational functions, ensuring efficiency and compliance across international operations while fostering cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in lean manufacturing and experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior operations leadership within FMCG.
• Expertise in multi-site, international fulfilment operations.
• Experience in budget management and P&L oversight.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational functions to deliver strategic objectives efficiently.
• Lead procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and compliance operations.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and mitigate operational risks.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Collaborative leadership

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We are seeking an accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join a high-growth FMCG brand in a pivotal leadership role. This is an opportunity for an operations leader with a strong background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar operational excellence methodologies—ideally with international experience—to drive efficiency, scalability, and strategic growth.

About the Role

As a key member of the Board, the COO will oversee all operational functions, ensuring the business delivers on its strategic objectives with maximum efficiency. The role encompasses end-to-end operations, including purchasing, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, order management, new product development, supply chain planning, third-party production, and compliance.

You will be instrumental in shaping the company’s long-term strategy while optimising day-to-day performance, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring seamless international operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the executive team to define and execute corporate strategy, balancing immediate operational priorities with long-term growth plans.
• Lead and optimise all operational functions—procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and compliance—to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Develop and scale a high-performing international fulfilment network, supporting both B2B and B2C customer demands.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives, particularly in procurement and distribution, to meet budgetary targets and improve profitability.
• Mitigate operational risks by implementing robust processes and contingency plans in response to macroeconomic challenges.
• Champion compliance across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to regulatory and quality standards.
• Cultivate leadership excellence within the operations team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Experience & Skills – Essential

• Proven track record in a senior operations leadership role within FMCG, with expertise in multi-site, international fulfilment operations.
• Strong background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence frameworks.
• Strategic thinker with experience in budget management, P&L oversight, and inventory optimisation.
• Expertise across core operational functions: supply chain, procurement, warehousing, production planning, and compliance.
• Collaborative leadership style, capable of influencing at board level and driving cross-functional alignment.
• Financial acumen, with experience in cost control, forecasting, and operational budgeting.
• International exposure, with the ability to navigate complex global supply chain dynamics.
• This is a high-impact role for an operations leader who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually with detailed feedback.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business, Other, and Distribution

• Industries

  Retail, Manufacturing, and Retail Apparel and Fashion

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