General Manager - Food Manufacturing / Food Service

Trades Workforce Solutions; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company based in Lisburn is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee operations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in food manufacturing and a strong understanding of food safety regulations. This role plays a key part in driving the company's growth and operational excellence, offering a competitive salary and benefits. Join a dynamic team and lead a business with huge potential.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to lead a growing business

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in senior leadership within food manufacturing, food service, or retail.
• Proven track record in managing multiple sites and driving operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple sites, ensuring smooth and efficient production.
• Implement best practices to drive productivity, quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Lead and mentor department heads, ensuring effective team performance and staff development.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders in both food service and retail sectors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Business, Food Science, or related field

Job description

Overview

General Manager – Food Manufacturing

Location: Lisburn, Co Antrim

Contact: Conor O’Hagan

We are partnering with a rapidly growing food manufacturer, food service, and retail business based in Lisburn. With multiple sites and consistent year-on-year growth, they are seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee operations and drive continued success across the business. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a passion for the food industry and operational excellence.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Role

1. Leadership at Scale: Manage multiple sites and oversee all aspects of operations, from production to customer delivery.
2. Growth Opportunity: Lead a dynamic business that is expanding rapidly with year-on-year growth.
3. Impactful Role: Drive operational efficiency, maintain high standards, and lead a large team to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple sites, ensuring smooth and efficient production.
• Manage and optimize resources, including staff, budgets, and materials, to meet business objectives.
• Implement best practices to drive productivity, quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Lead and mentor department heads, ensuring effective team performance and staff development.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and industry regulations.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders in both food service and retail sectors.
• Drive the company’s strategic growth and continuous improvement initiatives.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Extensive experience in senior leadership within food manufacturing, food service, or retail.
• Proven track record in managing multiple sites and driving operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.

Desirable:

• Degree in Business, Food Science, or related field.
• Experience in scaling up operations and managing growth.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to lead a growing business with huge potential
• Be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and operational excellence.

If you’re ready to take on a key leadership role with a growing food business, apply today!

For further information, and to apply for this General Manager position or other Executive opportunities, please contact Conor O’Hagan or visit our website.

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