Chief Operating Officer

JAC Recruitment (UK) Ltd.; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a COO to oversee daily operations and drive sales growth. The role requires extensive senior leadership experience, expertise in supply chain and marketing, and strong decision-making skills. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset and the ability to work within a team-oriented environment. This position is based near London, UK.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in senior operational leadership roles within the UK.
• Preferably from manufacturing or related industries.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure optimal performance.
• Lead the senior leadership team and foster collaboration.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans.

Skills

Senior operational leadership

Supply chain management

Sales strategy

Marketing expertise

Customer service

Financial management

Team leadership

Strategic mindset

Communication

Job description

Leading Manufacturing company is looking for COO

Title: COO

Salary: depending on experience

Location: near London

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure optimal performance across all business functions.
• Lead and coordinate the senior leadership team to foster collaboration and accountability.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and ensure their successful execution.
• Develop mid-term business strategies and annual budgets, aligning them with performance goals.
• Optimize supply chain processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure timely delivery.
• Drive sales growth through direct and distributor channels, maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Guide marketing initiatives to strengthen brand presence and support business development.

Requirement

• Extensive experience in senior operational leadership roles within the UK, preferably in manufacturing or related industries.
• Strong expertise in supply chain, sales, marketing, customer service, and financial management.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at Board level.
• Strategic mindset with hands‑on execution skills in SME environments.
• Commercially savvy with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.
• Must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK (no future visa sponsorship available).