Head of Industry

Our client is seeking a Head of Industry to lead operational and industrial delivery within the defence and security sector. Based in Templecombe, this permanent leadership role will oversee manufacturing, supply chain, industrial engineering and continuous improvement activities across a complex, high-mix, low-volume environment. The successful applicant will manage a multi-disciplinary team and help shape the long-term industrial strategy while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction, quality, delivery and cost.Key Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end industrial operations, including industrialisation, planning, procurement, manufacturing, integration, testing, repair, logistics and delivery.Develop and deploy industrial and supply chain strategies aligned with operational and strategic business objectives.Manage complex manufacturing and supply chain activities, ensuring products are delivered to the required quality, time and cost standards.Oversee industrial engineering for new products from design through to production, ensuring reliable and competitive manufacturing solutions.Lead continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, change management and the introduction of Industry 4.0 and digital industrial technologies.Ensure effective use of ERP, MRP, MES, QMS and other industrial toolsets to support efficient and controlled processes.Manage the industrial operating budget, monitor performance against targets and represent industrial operations at bid and gate ..... full job details .....