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We are seeking to recruit a strategic and operational Group Head of Manufacturing who provides leadership across sites and teams to deliver safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets. This role plays a pivotal part in Danesmoors transformation journeydeveloping people, processes, and technology to reach world-class manufacturing standards while building a strong, aligned culture across the business units.Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.ResponsibilitiesLead and develop all manufacturing sites across the group.Promote and maintain Health & Safety standards/policies in all functions.Oversee budgets, resources, and planning across manufacturing and engineering.Use data and KPIs to optimise production performance, ensuring we meet demand with on time, quality products.Lead, mentor and develop site leadership teams through coaching and performance management, creating future-ready teams.Provide clear direction, accountability and feedback to support team development.Lead positive culture change, embody and embed our core values.Represent Manufacturing at Group level, providing insight and influence on business-critical decisionsDrive the prioritisation and resourcing of strategic business initiativesWork with senior leadership to define and deliver long-term value across operations, customer experience, and profitabilityEssential Requirements:Proven success in leading large operational teams across multiple sitesChange and transformation leadershipStrategic communication and presentation skillsProject management with a track record of delivering measurable improvementsBudget and cost management expertiseEnergy, resilience, and proactive decision-makingComfortable using Microsoft Office and quick to adopt new technologyConfident and self-assuredConstructive challenger and skilled facilitatorInspires and engages at all levelsCurious, perceptive, and committed to continuous learningActs as a coach and mentor across the organisationEmotionally intelligent and people-focused leaderDesirable but not essentialRelevant Degree in Operations, Engineering, or BusinessMulti-site manufacturing leadership experienceBackground in KBB industryLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Higher, or equivalent Lean Qualification.SAP ERP system experienceWhat we offerCompetitive package dependant on skills, qualifications and experience#J-18808-Ljbffr