Vice President of Operations - Multi‑Site Manufacturing

Location: UK * Sector: Tier 1 Automotive / High‑Volume Manufacturing

A global automotive manufacturing group is seeking an experienced Vice President of Operations to lead multiple UK sites through performance improvement, integration, and growth. This is a key strategic role overseeing end‑to‑end operations, driving excellence, and ensuring world‑class delivery to major OEM customers.

Key Responsibilities

Lead operational performance across multiple UK manufacturing facilities.
Full P&L ownership, driving productivity, cost control, quality, safety, and delivery.
Oversee S&OP/IBP, capacity planning, and inventory optimisation.
Standardise processes, strengthen compliance, and embed continuous improvement.
Lead NPI, launch readiness, and supply chain performance.
Integrate newly acquired sites and drive cultural alignment.
Partner with commercial and engineering teams to support customer programmes.
Drive transformation, digitalisation, and operational optimisation across the network.

Candidate Profile

Senior operations leader from Tier 1 automotive or high‑volume manufacturing.
Strong experience managing multi‑site or multi‑country operations.
Proven track record in transformation, performance turnaround, and culture building.
Strategic, hands‑on leader with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Opportunity

Join a business undergoing significant growth and integration, with the remit to elevate operational performance, support expansion, and shape the future of a world‑class manufacturing organisation.

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