general manager Ludlow, England
Job description
General Manager - Food Production Company
Description
Established in 2004 and based in South Shropshire, we are a rapidly expanding, award winning food production company currently employing 10 local people. We are looking for a General Manager to oversee all staff, budgets and operational functions in our modern, purpose-built food production facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Directors in formulating the overall business strategy, managing staff and implementing company policies. To be successful in this role, you should be a motivational leader, a confident decision-maker, have the ability to help our staff to develop and be productive, while ensuring our turnover and profitability continue their upward trajectory. Ultimately, you should help our company grow and thrive.
Responsibilities
- Oversee our day-to-day operations
- Help design our business strategy and set goals for growth
- Maintain budgets and optimise expenses
- Implement agreed policies and processes
- Ensure our team work productively and develop professionally
- Oversee recruitment and training of new employees.
- Evaluate and improve operations and financial performance
- Direct the employee assessment process
- Prepare regular reports for the Directors
- Ensure staff follow health and safety regulations
- Provide solutions to issues (e.g. profit decline, employee conflicts, loss of business to competitors)
Requirements
- Proven experience as a General Manager in the food production sector or in a similar senior role
- Developing and maintaining operating procedures and standards
- Experience in planning and budgeting
- Knowledge of business process and functions (finance, HR, procurement, operations etc.)
- Reviewing and reporting on KPIs for the whole team, including monthly P&L
- Strong analytical ability
- Excellent communication skills
- Outstanding organisational and leadership skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
Salary
Up to £45,000 per year depending upon experience plus annual performance bonus
Interested applicants, should submit a full CV detailing their previous experience, why they want this job, what they consider they would bring to our company and to include their current salary, expected salary and availability.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £37,500.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ludlow, Shropshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Management: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 23/06/2023
Reference ID: Gen Man 6/23
