Head of Production Transformation based in Preston. Working for a global manufacturing company
Client Details
Our company is a global manufacturing company based in Preston
Description
The role is crucial in driving transformation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across all company production systems.
- Develop and execute the a Production manufacturing strategy to align with global business goals and support future growth.
- Lead initiatives to enhance resilience across the production portfolio, ensuring alignment with internal and external stakeholders.
- Optimize production systems to achieve significant cost reductions and secure future production contracts.
- Manage a £50 million capital investment portfolio focused on modernizing production infrastructure and tooling.
- Foster strong relationships with Service Delivery Units (SDUs) and other key stakeholders, ensuring seamless collaboration and functional alignment.
- Provide leadership and governance within the Production Operations Senior Management Team, including mentoring and performance management of direct reports.
Profile
- Proven leadership experience in managing large, multidisciplinary teams in high-rate manufacturing environments.
- Extensive experience in developing and executing manufacturing strategies that drive operational excellence and transformation.
- Strong background in managing large capital investment projects and modernizing production infrastructure.
- Ability to optimize production systems while achieving cost reductions and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Experience leading strategic transformation initiatives that align with global business ambitions.
- Excellent relationship management skills for effective collaboration with senior leadership, customers, and suppliers.
- Track record of successfully delivering complex programmes in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field, with a deep understanding ofproduction operations and their integration within a global business context
- A proven CI / Lean background in a global manufacturing company
Job Offer
£85,000 to £95,000 plus car / car allowance, bonus and benefits.