General Manager

Morepeople 01780; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fresh produce is seeking a General Manager for its March site. This role encompasses end-to-end operational leadership, driving efficiency, innovation, and sustainability while managing large-scale operations. Ideal candidates will possess proven experience in food production with a strong focus on manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in food production or a related sector.
• A world-class manufacturing mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• Hands-on leadership style capable of guiding teams while balancing strategic priorities.

Responsibilities

• Managing large-scale site operations and driving best-in-class manufacturing processes.
• Leading initiatives that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and competitive edge.
• Building high-performing teams and fostering collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Strategic Thinking

Team Development

Job description

General Manager
March, Cambs

Shape the Future of Fresh Produce Operations with G's Fresh
If you're looking for a leadership role with true scale, scope, and impact, this could be
the opportunity for you. As General Manager of G's Fresh's March site, you'll step into a
critical leadership position where your decisions will directly shape efficiency,
innovation, and transformation at every level.

About G's Fresh
G's Fresh is more than just a fresh produce supplier-it's an industry leader and a true
pioneer. Operating across 10 UK locations and 5 countries globally, G's Fresh has built a
vertically integrated business covering everything from plant raising and crop
establishment to supply chain, sales, and marketing.
With circa 9,500 employees, G's Fresh produces 1.2 billion packs of fresh produce
annually, demonstrating the scale and complexity of its operations. Over the past
decade, the business has invested £720 million into advancing its processes, ensuring
it remains at the forefront of food production, sustainability, and operational
excellence.

G's Fresh is family-owned yet future-focused, continuously evolving, pushing
boundaries, and redefining industry standards. For the right leader, this role represents
a rare opportunity to drive large-scale transformation, making a lasting impact within a
dynamic and ambitious business.

The Role
In this role, you'll take charge of end-to-end operational leadership, ensuring smooth
and efficient supply chain processes. This is an opportunity where strategic thinking
meets hands-on leadership, shaping how products are processed and delivered while
driving quality, sustainability, and growth.

Key Areas of Impact:

• Operational Leadership - Managing large-scale site operations and driving best-in-class manufacturing processes.

• Strategic Innovation - Leading initiatives that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and competitive edge.

• Team & Culture Development - Building high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring a motivated workforce.

• Financial & Performance Oversight - Optimising productivity, cost-efficiency, and profitability in line with business objectives.

• Stakeholder Engagement - Collaborating across departments to implement initiatives that shape the future of operations.
  
  

What You'll Need to Succeed:
G's Fresh is seeking an agile, high-energy leader with higher levels of emotional
intelligence.

• Proven senior leadership experience in food production or a related sector.
• A world-class manufacturing mindset, focused on continuous improvement and efficiency.
• A hands-on leadership style, capable of guiding teams while balancing strategic priorities.
• A passion for delivering results, driving operational excellence, and meeting customer demands.

If you're ready to step into a high-impact leadership role within G's Fresh, this is your
chance.

Apply today!

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