Head of Operations and Supply Chain : Closed to new applicants

Hanover Fox International; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Head of Operations and Supply Chain

International Pharmaceutical and Process Equipment Manufacturer

With a mixed portfolio of well-established brands, our client is part of a €billion, highly profitable international group, and they are continuing their exceptional track record of growth. Covering the pharmaceutical, biopharma, food and drink, industrial and environmental sectors, our client is a rapidly expanding success story providing its customers with world-beating solutions.

With a history of double-digit growth and a clear vision for the future, our client is looking for an outstanding individual to join their senior leadership team to head up production across two business units in their critical manufacturing sites in Cornwall. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for leading all aspects of manufacturing and supply chain activities with a combined headcount of circa 400 employees.

Demonstrating outstanding people skills, you will lead, mentor, coach, inspire, and empower talented people to continuously learn, develop, and achieve their full potential. With an ambition to exceed customer expectations, you will ensure a culture of continuous improvement and drive the implementation of a Lean Business strategy.

The Role:

You will hold overall responsibility for Manufacturing and Supply Chain activities and teams across the business, including the monitoring and management of budgets and operational performance.

• Create an environment where everyone can thrive by providing feedback, mentoring, and coaching to support continuous development and instill a culture of empowerment across your teams.
• Develop SMART objectives for and with team colleagues and departments to aid and improve business performance.
• Develop and implement a best practice manufacturing and supply chain vision, along with the processes and procedures to improve business performance.
• Deputise for the Managing Director during periods of absence and holidays and/or attend key meetings and events on their behalf as required.
• Work closely with the Continuous Improvement Lead to direct and successfully implement a Lean Business strategy to achieve best practice.
• Develop the annual budget and forecasts in collaboration with the Finance Business Partner and department leads, along with all Capital Expenditure proposals in line with legal requirements and standards.
• Collaborate with relevant production managers and teams to measure product sales and profitability.
• Prioritise product production with the Sales Support Manager to ensure customer orders and expectations are consistently achieved.
• Proactively contribute to new business initiatives and projects, reviewing and communicating the impact on manufacturing and supply chain activities.
• Identify infrastructure improvements required and develop the business case to achieve the necessary investment.
• Deliver timely and budgeted support using your leadership and project management skills to meet corporate objectives.

The Person:

• Demonstrable experience of leading manufacturing and supply chain functions with a proven track record in strategic manufacturing and supply chain strategies, processes, and systems.
• Degree level qualification in a relevant engineering/manufacturing discipline or equivalent direct experience.
• Strong business acumen, gained through practical experience and/or a formal Business Management qualification.
• Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to optimise team performance and development.
• Highly skilled and confident negotiator, able to negotiate at all levels.
• Foster a culture of Diversity and Inclusion.
• Strong credibility among multiple stakeholders across the organisation with the ability to gain strong followership.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Resilient, self-motivated, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Drive and aspirations to join a global stock market-listed organisation and deliver outstanding results to develop your career and others, creating a wider succession plan.

REWARDS

A highly attractive salary, a management bonus, and a package including healthcare and a flexible approach to attract the correct calibre of candidate. There is also a generous relocation assistance package where necessary.

Please apply below enclosing your CV and covering letter quoting reference HF819. For further information, please contact Charles Cornwell by email at [e-mail] quoting reference HF819.