Operations Director

Tangerine Group; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking an Operations Director to oversee its comprehensive operations. The successful candidate will lead a talented team, improve processes, ensure compliance with safety standards, and align operations with business goals to drive growth. Strong leadership and operational experience within manufacturing are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations leadership within manufacturing, ideally feed, food, or pharma.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and world-class operational practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end operations including manufacturing, purchasing, logistics, and health & safety.
• Develop and execute manufacturing strategy aligned with stock levels and demand.
• Manage warehouse operations and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Operational leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Job description

About The Role

As Operations Director, you’ll take full ownership of our end-to-end operations, including manufacturing, purchasing, planning, logistics, site maintenance, and health & safety. You’ll be responsible for ensuring our products are produced and delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

You’ll lead a talented team and work closely with other departments to align operations with business goals, drive continuous improvement, and support our ambitious growth plans.

About You

Established in 1991 by David Haythornthwaite, Tangerine Holdings first entity was Farmsense, which was established to provide farmers with nutritional alternatives to traditional antibiotics. Tangerine Holdings expanded into Veterinary Nutraceuticals in 1995 and has continued to grow and expand over the years to encompass various international subsidiaries as well as branching into the Leisure Industry with the introduction of Mill Farm Sports Village in 2016.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing

• Lead the development and execution of our manufacturing strategy.
• Ensure timely production aligned with stock levels and demand.
• Drive efficiency, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Manage CAPEX projects and asset care strategies.
  
  

Purchasing

• Oversee strategic purchasing to optimise cost and supplier performance.
• Build strong supplier relationships and negotiate capital purchases.
• Ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials.
  
  

Planning

• Own stock forecasting and planning in line with sales targets.
• Maintain accurate SOPs and capacity plans.
• Lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
  
  

Logistics

• Manage all warehouse operations and international shipments.
• Ensure compliance with export documentation and health certificates.
  
  

Site & Fleet Maintenance

• Oversee maintenance of our Boundary Road site and company vehicle fleet.
• Ensure all vehicles are serviced and operational for business needs.
  
  

Health & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
  
  

Leadership & People

• Coach and develop your team through regular appraisals and mentoring.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, communication, and employee engagement.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a dynamic, hands-on leader with:

• Proven experience in operations leadership within manufacturing (ideally feed, food, or pharma).
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and world-class operational practices.
• Experience managing capital projects and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for improvement.
  
  

Personal Attributes

You’ll be:

• A self-starter and natural leader.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Loyal, empathetic, and a true team player.
• Committed to high standards and continuous development.