General Operations Manager
Ref: 35272
Worcestershire, UK
£55,000
- Permanent
- Transformation Specialist
- Operational Excellence
- Financial Turnaround
About the candidate
This General & Operations Manager brings over 17 years of cross-sector experience, with a focus on manufacturing, tech, FMCG, and B2B distribution. Operating across SMEs and high-growth environments, they’ve consistently transformed underperforming operations into high-efficiency units. Their track record includes building full operational infrastructure from the ground up, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering major improvements in productivity, margin, and performance. Experienced in strategic leadership, P&L ownership, ERP implementation, ISO compliance frameworks, and digital transformation initiatives, making them a formidable leader in high-pressure situations.
What makes them great?
- Transformed a €1.5M manufacturing SME, lifting gross margin by 6.5% and revenue by 14% within the first quarter.
- Scaled high-growth energy operations into an ISO-certified facility, increasing production by 700% and securing a £MM+ licensing deal with Duracell.
- Established a B2B distribution startup, achieving 2,000%+ revenue growth through exclusive international supply rights and lean digital execution.
Areas of expertise
- Strategic Operations Leadership: Proficient in guiding significant operational transformations and leading cross-functional teams towards achieving improved business performance.
- Process Optimisation and Lean Manufacturing: Known for implementing efficient manufacturing processes and systems that reduce costs and increase output.
- P&L Ownership and Financial Turnarounds: Experienced in taking charge of financials, directly contributing to profitability through meticulous financial management and operational cost reduction.
- ISO 9001 / Quality Management Systems: Skilled in deploying and managing quality management systems, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- ERP and Systems Implementation: Demonstrated ability in overseeing the deployment of enterprise resource planning systems that enhance operational efficiency and data reliability.
- Supply Chain and Procurement Strategy: Adept at developing and executing procurement strategies that reduce costs and improve supply chain efficiency.