Network Operations Manager

Müller UK & Ireland; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in the UK is seeking a Network Operations Manager to oversee the design and maintenance of enterprise IT systems. You will lead a high-performing team, drive infrastructure strategy, and ensure reliable and secure operations supporting 24/7 manufacturing. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and leadership skills, along with a strategic mindset to translate technical challenges into business solutions. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual bonus

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension Employer Contribution Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and communication skills.
• Technical expertise in networks and data centers.
• Financially savvy and solution-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of engineers and network specialists.
• Drive infrastructure strategy and initiatives.
• Ensure reliable and secure IT infrastructure.

Skills

Technical expertise in networks

Leadership and communication skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Job description

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 31,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from 1,300 farmers in Britain. Müller is ranked within the top 20 in The Grocer's Top 100 list of Britain's Biggest Brands and is picked from shelves millions of times each year. Müller UK & Ireland includes:

Müller Milk & Ingredients which aims to be Britain's private label dairy leader and produces branded and private label fresh milk, cream, butter and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country.

Müller Yogurt & Desserts which is the UK's leading yogurt manufacturer which aims to create millions more Müller moments for its consumers. It is responsible for major brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice, FRijj and Müller Kefir Smoothie and produces chilled desserts under licence from Mondelez International. It also supplies the UK private label yogurt market from a dedicated, state of the art yogurt facility.

Are you ready to unleash your potential and build an exciting career in finance with Britian's most chosen dairy brand? Müller UK & Ireland, part of the renowned Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, invites you to apply for our Network Operations Manager position.

With over 31,000 employees across Europe and a long-standing commitment to excellence, Müller is a family-owned business known for its dedication to quality, innovation, and growth. In the UK alone, we produce a wide range of leading branded and private-label dairy products, from yogurts and desserts to butter and flavoured milk.

As our Network Operations Manager, you will: Lead a high-performing team of infrastructure analysts, overseeing the design, maintenance, and continuous improvement of enterprise IT systems. This role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on leadership, ensuring reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure that supports our 24/7 manufacturing operations. Leading a talented team, you will shape the backbone of our IT operations, and make a real impact on a fast‑paced, innovative organization.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a talented team of engineers and network specialists.
• Drive infrastructure strategy, roadmaps, and initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Ensure reliability, security, and scalability across on‑premises and cloud environments.
• Oversee infrastructure projects, upgrades, vendor management, and cost control.
• Foster cross‑functional collaboration and maintain compliance with industry standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong technical expertise in networks, data centers, workplace technologies, security, and automation.
• Proven leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker who translates technical challenges into business solutions.
• Financially savvy, collaborative, and solution‑oriented.
• Willingness to travel and participate in an emergency out‑of‑hours rota.

Benefits

Competitive salary, generous annual bonus, Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service), Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave, Enhanced Bereavement Leave, Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%), Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in‑store discounts and development opportunities.