You can now search for people on SEEK. Make your profile public so you can be found by more employers. Update profile visibilityThe CompanyOur client is a distinguished leader in the Australian food manufacturing landscape, currently undergoing a period of significant transformation and exponential growth. Following recent strategic shifts, the business is poised to enter its next evolution through substantial capital investment and a commitment to operational excellence. As part of this growth, a newly created role for a General Manager of Operations has been established. This is a pivotal executive appointment designed for a sophisticated leader who can bridge the gap between highlevel strategy and technical execution. You will lead the business through a major site transformation, focusing on increasing technical capability, implementing advanced automation, and transitioning the operation into a highly sophisticated, datadriven environment.The RoleReporting to the CEO and serving as a critical member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will have endtoend accountability for Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and HSE.Your core mandate will include:Strategic Transformation: Designing and executing an operational roadmap that transitions the business from traditional manufacturing to a hightech, automated environment.Capital Leadership: Spearheading significant capital investment projects, including site upgrades, new technology integration, and the commissioning of advanced production lines.Operational Sophistication: Streamlining workflows and embedding "Best in Class" continuous improvement frameworks to drive efficiency and scalability.Capability Uplift: Assessing and evolving the organizational structure to ensure the team possesses the technical and leadership depth required for future growth.Supply Chain Optimisation: Enhancing procurement, warehousing, and logistics to support increased throughput and market expansion.Culture & Safety: Championing a highperformance culture rooted in safety, accountability, and a relentless pursuit of quality.Commercial Stewardship: Full P&L responsibility for operations, ensuring all investments deliver measurable ROI and longterm value.Your BackgroundWe are seeking a visionary yet handson leader with a track record of scaling manufacturing businesses. You will bring:Executive Experience: 10+ years of senior leadership experience (GM, Operations Director, or Head of Operations) within the Food, Beverage, or FMCG sectors.Technical Pedigree: A background in Engineeringled manufacturing is highly desirable, with a deep understanding of automation.Change Management: Proven success leading businesses through significant periods of transformation, "scaleup" phases, or major capital site builds.Continuous Improvement: Mastery of LEAN, Six Sigma, and OEE optimisation, with the ability to move beyond "theory" to deliver tangible bottomline results.Strategic Influence: Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at the board level while maintaining strong credibility on the factory floor.Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain are essential; an MBA or equivalent is highly regarded.What''s On OfferThis is a rare opportunity to occupy a "builder" role where you can leave a lasting legacy on a successful Australian brand. You will have the autonomy and budget to modernize a complex operation and the mandate to shape the future of the business. A highly attractive executive package is on offer, including a competitive base salary, superannuation, and a performancebased incentive scheme reflective of the seniority of this role.If you would like to discuss this opportunity further you can contact Chade CupitLove at Sonder Executive on [email protected] #J-18808-Ljbffr
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General Manager of Operations