UK General Manager

Parkinson Lee Executive Search are currently working with a globally recognised manufacturer in their search for a UK Multisite General Manager.

This is a pivotal role for the business, as UK General Manager you will report into group and will have full accountability for the UK’s multisite business. With a collective UK t/o of c£150m this UK General Manager must be able to demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to achieve demanding targets and growth plans preferably with a background in aerospace, defence, energy, oil & gas.

This UK General Manager’s key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Deploy the Group’s goals and objectives through strategic, lean, operational roll out across your teams and sites within.
• Responsible for P&L across this multi-site operation.
• Lead and develop a multi disciplined workforce, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
• Manage customer, supplier and sub-contractor relationships to enhance business performance and efficiency.
• Coordinate strategic and tactical activities across various departments including operations, health & safety, supply chain, quality, engineering, maintenance, facilities and logistics.
• Implement and monitor lean principles and metrics (OEE, TPM, Labour Productivity, Digital throughput, status KPIs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs and increase profitability.

Parkinson Lee Executive Search are keen to speak with individuals that have the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a senior leadership role within aerospace manufacturing environment, preferably supplying into metal and/or energy sectors.
• Strong business acumen with a track record of driving operational efficiency and profitability.
• You will have demonstrable skills in site-wide operational transformation, increasing productivity and variable cost reductions with improvements made in RFT performance, Quality, Operations, Engineering and Maintenance
• You will have excellent strategic and tactical planning abilities.
• Demonstrated success in managing P&L and achieving financial targets.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in lean methodologies and metrics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams.

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary for a role of this level and within their growing organisation.

If you have the required skills and would like a confidential chat, then please apply today and a member of our team will make further contact.