General Manager

Salary: 90,000 - 95,000We''re looking for an experienced General Manager to take overall responsibility for a large, fast-moving operation within the fresh produce/food manufacturing sector.This is a genuine site leadership role. You''ll bring Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Technical and support functions together, making sure the site operates safely, efficiently and profitably.You''ll lead a team of senior managers, set clear standards, improve performance and make sure the business delivers for its customers.What you''ll be responsible for:Lead and develop the senior management team across the site.Take overall ownership of site performance, KPIs and business targets.Improve productivity, efficiency and profitability.Work closely with Production to ensure customer demand is delivered.Coordinate production planning, labour, raw materials, storage and transport.Drive Continuous Improvement and deliver measurable cost and productivity gains.Oversee Engineering, maintenance and major capital investment projects.Ensure high standards of Health and Safety across the operation.Work closely with Technical and Quality teams to maintain customer and legal standards.Oversee Supply Chain, storage, logistics and despatch performance.Own budgets, labour control and operational cost improvement.Use data and KPIs to identify problems and drive action.Work with the Managing Director and Board on longer-term business strategy.Lead major change and improvement projects ..... full job details .....