Head of Manufacturing and Operations required for a Global leading manufacturer of workplace seating, representing 10 brands sold across 80 countries.

This company employs over 1900 staff globally and are actively searching for a Head of Manufacturing and Operations for their West Yorkshire manufacturing facility.

The successful Head of Manufacturing and Operations will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Halifax, Brighouse, Barnsley, Dewsbury, Leeds and Wakefield.

Key Responsibilities of the Head of Manufacturing and Operations will include:

• Develop and lead the UK Manufacturing, Logistics, IT & ISO, Purchasing and Supply Chain departments to meet the Groups strategies and performance indicators


• Optimise production, product quality, customer service and technical processes.


• Provide coaching and leadership to a team of production staff and senior management.


• Develop targets, key performance indicators to drive performance excellence


• Plan and lead Manufacturing and Purchasing work, working to develop category strategies, supplier base, logistics, customer service and quality control.


• Assist new product development with effective procurement solutions and manufacturing processes whilst meeting quality, safety and environmental standards.


• Ensure the site complies with Quality and Environmental management systems such as ISO9001 and ISO14001.

For the Head of Manufacturing and Operations, we are keen to receive CV's from candidates who possess:

• 5+ years experience as Head of Manufacturing and Operations or a similar role within a manufacturing environment


• Experience within Furniture manufacturing or similar


• An approachable, accountable and fair leadership style


• Experience managing and developing a team of 20+


• Manufacturing related qualifications

Salary & Benefits:

• £60,000 to £65,000


• Annual bonus of up to £20,000


• Clear career progression plan


• 8% Combined pension

To apply for this position, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV.

Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information