The position combines technical expertise with strategic oversight and will play a critical role in shaping the future manufacturing platform.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Project Leadership
Provide leadership across a multi-phase operational development programme
Validate and challenge the overall investment strategy and sequencing
Ensure alignment between operational priorities and long-term business objectives
2. Operational Roadmap Development
Support the design and implementation of an end-to-end operational roadmap
Identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities across production processes
3. Supplier & Procurement Oversight
Oversee supplier selection and engagement
Support procurement strategy to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery
Provide challenge and governance on supplier performance
4. Implementation Support & Challenge
Provide hands-on support during implementation phases
Act as a critical challenger to ensure robust execution
Monitor progress against targets and intervene where required
5. Board & Investment Support
Support preparation of board-level presentations and business cases
Assist in securing investment approval through structured analysis and evidence
Communicate programme progress and risks clearly to stakeholders
Experience & Skills Required
Essential
Strong experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial operations
Proven track record in large-scale operational or capital projects
Ability to lead complex, multi-phase programmes
Experience with process optimisation and production systems
Strong commercial and strategic thinking
Desirable
Experience with kiln systems or similar industrial processes
Knowledge of automation and plant upgrades
M&A integration or multi-site operational experience
Engagement Details
Approx. 2–3 days per week
Duration: ~18 months (flexible depending on project stage)
Hybrid involvement across strategy, governance, and on-site support
Salary description
£60000.00 - £60000.00 per year