Manufacturing Operations & Growth Leader

Dovetail Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A quality manufacturing firm in Newbury is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead their growing business. The role requires strong manufacturing operations experience, along with knowledge in sales and purchasing. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing a small team, developing financial forecasts, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. This is an on-site opportunity with a competitive salary range of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in a leadership role.
• Understanding of sales and purchasing, with strong commercial awareness.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations, including warehouse, sales, and office functions.
• Manage purchasing and key relationships.
• Lead, motivate, and support a small team across operations and sales.
• Develop and monitor budgets, financial forecasts, and performance numbers.
• Drive efficiency improvements in production, logistics, and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Manufacturing operations experience

Sales knowledge

Purchasing experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Job description

A quality manufacturing firm in Newbury is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead their growing business. The role requires strong manufacturing operations experience, along with knowledge in sales and purchasing. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing a small team, developing financial forecasts, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. This is an on-site opportunity with a competitive salary range of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum.