Head Of Operations

Role Summary

The Head of Operations will lead a key manufacturing site in West Yorkshire for an established UK manufacturer. Reporting on a full time basis, the role offers a salary of £85,000-£90,000 per annum and requires a leader who can drive performance, strengthen processes, and embed operational excellence across the site.

Location

West Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day to day operational performance across multiple functions.
• Develop, coach, and support direct reports and wider team leaders.
• Improve supply chain, warehousing, project delivery, and customer service processes.
• Work closely with senior colleagues to implement best practice and operational change.
• Promote engagement, accountability, and clear communication across the business.
• Ensure health, safety, and compliance standards are consistently maintained.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen quality, service, and efficiency.

Requirements

• Proven senior leadership experience in manufacturing, production, or distribution.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and operational activities.
• Commercially astute, with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast moving environment.
• Confident leading teams, managing change, and influencing at all levels.
• A clear communicator with a collaborative but decisive leadership style.
• Ideally experienced at General Manager or senior operations level.

Salary and Benefits

Up to £90,000 per annum plus benefits.