Managing Director

Bis Henderson; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Blackburn is seeking a Managing Director to spearhead operational strategies and drive business growth. This pivotal role demands a track record in senior operations management, particularly within manufacturing and distribution. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a data-driven decision-making approach, and expertise in continuous improvement strategies. The role offers a competitive salary, and the candidate must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in senior operations management role.
• Strong leadership ability to inspire teams.
• Excellent analytical skills and data-driven decision-making.
• Knowledge of Kaizen and continuous improvement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop operational strategies to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with Team Leaders on business goals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations in Manufacturing and Logistics.
• Implement KPI metrics to evaluate performance.
• Lead continuous improvement programs to enhance service quality.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Knowledge of operational strategies

Problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of continuous improvement practices

Job description

Managing Director

Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + car allowance, bonus and excellent benefits package

Location: Blackburn area - on site full time.

Our client is looking to appoint a Managing Director to identify and put in place operational strategies and structure that will support their current and future growth targets. The Managing Director will play a pivotal role in realising this growth. This role is about driving the operational agenda, employing modern / best practices to a business which has grown rapidly. Must be very commercially aware and must have Manufacturing / assembly, Warehousing, Logistics, Sales and Customer Service experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance operational efficiency across the business and support the company's growth.
• Collaborate with Team Leaders to align operational strategies and overall business goals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including Manufacturing / assembly, Warehousing, Logistics, Sales and Customer Service.
• Carry out a review of key operational metrics and put in place robust and focused KPIs to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead a programme of continuous improvement to enhance overall service quality and to drive process and operational efficiencies.
• Optimise resource allocation including personnel, equipment and materials to maximise productivity and minimise costs.
• Establish, lead and enforce quality control standards.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise disruptions to overall business operations.

Person Specification

• Proven track record of success in a senior operations management role ideally within a manufacturing and distribution model business.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve results.
• Knowledge of world class operational strategies.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement, implementing and driving a Kaizan approach.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision‑making.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions.

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.