Are you an experienced manufacturing leader looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced FMCG environment? Walker & Son Bakery is seeking an exceptional Operations Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team at our busy Leicester manufacturing site. This is a pivotal role offering the opportunity to shape operational strategy, drive business transformation, and develop the future capability of the site. As a key member of the senior team and deputy to the Site Director, you will lead operational excellence across manufacturing, continuous improvement, and strategic transformation initiatives while ensuring the site is positioned for sustainable growth and long-term success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of the site's operational strategy, driving performance, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Deputise for the Site Director and provide leadership across key operational functions and stakeholder groups.
- Drive major business transformation projects to improve safety, quality, service, cost, and sustainability performance.
- Develop future leadership capability through talent identification, succession planning, and coaching.
- Build strong cross-functional relationships to support business growth, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.
About You
We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience:
- Proven leader senior ship experience within a fast-paced FMCG or food manufacturing environment.
- Strong people leadership skills with experience managing large teams and developing future talent.
- Demonstrated success leading significant change, transformation, and continuous improvement programmes.
- Commercially astute with strong financial awareness and budget management experience.
- Able to influence at senior leadership level and lead effectively through change and ambiguity.
What We Offer
We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.
Company pension scheme
Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
Employee discount scheme
Experience annual pay reviews
Profit related pay
Opportunity for extended leave
Free on-site parking
Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities