Operations & Commercial Director

ZipRecruiter; Daventry; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium kitchen and furniture manufacturer is seeking an exceptional Operations & Commercial Director to join their leadership team in Daventry. This role involves driving operational efficiency and commercial growth, ensuring the company maintains its reputation for excellence. The ideal candidate will have proven senior leadership experience in manufacturing, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to lead high-performing teams. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for professional progression

Influence in a transformative growth period

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in manufacturing, ideally in relevant sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of profitability.
• Hands-on technical expertise in modern manufacturing processes.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Driving operational efficiency, quality, and scalability.
• Taking ownership of profitability and setting performance targets.
• Developing operational and commercial strategies.
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partnering with sales and marketing teams.
• Providing technical and commercial insight.
• Building and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Monitoring key performance metrics.

Skills

Senior leadership experience in manufacturing

Commercial acumen

Technical expertise in manufacturing processes

Leadership and people management skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Strategic thinking

Job description

Job Title: Operations & Commercial Director

Fraser James – Bespoke Handmade Kitchen and Furniture Manufacturer

Location: Daventry

Salary: £85,000 - £100,000

Fraser James, a leading name in bespoke handmade kitchen and furniture manufacturing, is entering an exciting new phase of growth. We are seeking an exceptional Operations & Commercial Director to join the senior leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s future.

This is a rare opportunity to join a premium British manufacturer renowned for its craftsmanship, quality, and innovation. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for operational performance, commercial growth, and ensuring Fraser James continues to set the benchmark for excellence in the luxury kitchen and furniture sector.

The Role

• Driving operational efficiency, quality, and scalability within the workshop and production facilities.
• Taking ownership of profitability and ensuring ambitious performance targets are met.
• Developing and delivering operational and commercial strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives across production, supply chain, and workflow processes.
• Partnering with the sales and marketing teams to maximise customer satisfaction and operational delivery.
• Providing technical and commercial insight to ensure Fraser James remains at the forefront of innovation and bespoke design.
• Building, mentoring, and leading a high-performing team across both operational and commercial functions.
• Monitoring and reporting on key performance metrics to the leadership team.

About You

• Proven senior leadership experience in manufacturing, ideally within kitchens, furniture, joinery, or a related sector. B2C experience desirable but not essential.
• Strong commercial acumen, with a successful track record of driving profitability.
• Hands-on technical expertise with a deep understanding of modern manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills – with the ability to motivate, mentor, and grow cross-functional teams.
• A results-driven, continuous improvement mindset with a strong focus on innovation.
• Strategic thinking combined with the ability to execute effectively in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

What’s on Offer

• A senior leadership role with full responsibility for operational and commercial performance.
• The chance to influence and shape a premium British manufacturer during a transformative period of growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Clear opportunities for long-term personal and professional progression.

Exclusivity Notice

Applications for this role are being managed exclusively by CV Consulting. Candidates must not contact Fraser James directly. All CVs must be submitted to CV Consulting only. Suitable applications will be reviewed and forwarded to the Fraser James leadership team for consideration.