General Manager / Site Director

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international food group seeks a Site Director / General Manager for their major manufacturing site. This role involves leading a multi-functional team, managing P&L, driving strategic objectives, and fostering continuous improvement processes. Ideal candidates should be motivated leaders with hands-on experience in the food sector.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a multi-functional team in the food sector.
• Strong hands-on leader with a motivational approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the business with full responsibility for P&L and all functions.
• Drive simplification of production processes through innovation and technology.
• Implement continuous improvement across the site.

Skills

Leadership

P&L Management

Process Improvement

Project Management

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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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.