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Operations Manager

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

Location: Chemsford area
Salary: Upwards of £55k
Job Type: Full-time, permanent

A well-established premium food production business is seeking an experienced and hands-on Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across production, logistics, planning, and people management. This is a key leadership role within a growing agricultural and food business known for quality, high standards, and seasonal excellence.

The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining product quality, improving processes, and leading teams through both steady-state operations and peak seasonal demand periods.

Key Responsibilities

  * Lead and manage daily operational activities across production and supply chain functions

  * Drive operational efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives

  * Manage staffing, scheduling, workflow planning, and resource allocation

  * Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and regulatory standards

  * Monitor KPIs, budgets, and operational performance metrics

  * Coordinate closely with senior leadership to support business objectives and growth plans

  * Develop and maintain strong team culture, accountability, and communication

  * Oversee seasonal operational scaling during peak trading periods

  * Identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and cost savings

  * Manage supplier, logistics, and external contractor relationships where required

About You

  * Proven experience in an Operations Manager or senior operational leadership role

  * Background in food production, agriculture, FMCG, manufacturing, or supply chain operations preferred

  * Strong leadership and team management capability

  * Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

  * Comfortable working in a fast-paced, seasonal environment

  * Experience managing budgets, KPIs, and operational reporting

  * Knowledge of health & safety and quality compliance standards

  * Hands-on, pragmatic, and proactive approach

What’s on Offer

  * Opportunity to join a respected and growing premium food business

  * Senior leadership position with real operational influence

  * Supportive and entrepreneurial working environment

  * Competitive salary and benefits package

  * Long-term career development opportunities

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