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We are seeking a highly motivated General Manager to lead manufacturing and commercial operations for a West Yorkshire FMCG manufacturing business based near Huddersfield.

Client Details

Established over 100yrs ago, this organisation supplies to both retailers and direct to customers throughout the UK. Located near Huddersfield, they are committed to sourcing the finest quality ingredients and ensuring authenticity across their awards winning product range.

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated General Manager to lead a West Yorkshire based food manufacturing business to identify and achieve its significant growth potential. Supported by and part of a one of the UK's longest standing and well-established food manufacturers, this is a unique opportunity for an ambitious and commercially driven General Manager. Responsibilities will include:

Full ownership of site P&L
Responsibility for all manufacturing operations
Accountability for commercial performance across sales, E-Com and marketing
Development and implementation of strategic plan inline with growth potential
Build and develop a high performing and engaged teamProfile

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of scaling business operations with a focus on improving process and will have a strong commitment to employee development and engagement. They will possess a range of the following:

Solid experience in a leadership role within the food manufacturing industry
Experience within a B2C operation
Demonstrable experience in scaling operations and increasing T/O
Commercially astute and ability to drive growth and profitability
Proven ability to develop and implement operational strategies
Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships
Proven ability to align, engage and motivate team members and demonstrate high levels of emotional intelligence to support workforce development
Strong decision making skills and comfortable with high levels of autonomyJob Offer

Basic salary c. £85k plus performance related bonus and wider benefits package