General Manager / Site Director

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly acquisitive food group is seeking a General Manager / Site Director in Leeds to lead operations and manage a multifunctional team. This role requires strong leadership, P&L responsibility, and a keen focus on continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a multi-functional team in the food sector.
• Motivated and hands-on leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Leading the business with full responsibility for P&L.
• Driving simplification of production processes through Lean methodologies.
• Collaborating with customers to develop business plans.

Skills

Leadership

P&L Management

Continuous Improvement

Job description

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General Manager / Site Director, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

QLM Search

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

QLM Search is partnering with a highly acquisitive food group that requires a Site Director / General Manager to lead a high-profile operation.

Reporting to the COO, you will manage the leadership team of a major manufacturing site, take responsibility for setting strategic objectives, and driving performance to exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the business, with full responsibility for P&L, capex, and all functions on site to achieve strategic goals in line with group expectations;
• Driving the simplification of production processes through standardization, technology, and innovation, and the implementation of Lean methodologies;
• Working collaboratively with customers and the commercial team to effectively manage and develop current and future business plans;
• Implementing and developing a continuous improvement mindset, accountability, and communication across the site with a clear focus on delivering core activities.

To apply, you must be a highly motivated, strong hands-on leader with experience managing a multi-functional team in the food sector.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an established, well-respected, international group.