General Manager

General Manager – Food ManufacturingCraigavon AreaHighly Competitive Salary depending on experienceFull-Time | Permanent | Senior Leadership RoleVickerstock are proudly working in exclusive partnership with a well-established and rapidly growing food manufacturing business located in the Craigavon area to recruit a General Manager to lead the operational and strategic direction of the business during an exciting phase of expansion.This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position with full responsibility for day-to-day operations, people leadership, and commercial performance across a multi-product food manufacturing environment.What we have to offer?Highly competitive salary packageStrategic leadership role with full operational ownershipOpportunity to lead a business through a major site expansion and growth phaseAutonomy to shape culture, systems and long-term successCollaborative and progressive senior leadership environmentAbout the Company:Our client is a recognised name in the local food production industry, offering a diverse product portfolio that includes traditional bakery goods and health-focused prepared food ranges. With a move into a new, purpose-built production facility scheduled within the next 12 months, this is an ideal time to join a business investing heavily in its infrastructure, people, and future.The Role - Key Responsibilities:Strategic LeadershipWork closely with ownership to define and implement operational strategyLead cross-functional teams across production, technical, commercial, HR, and supply chainEnsure alignment of daily operations with overall company objectivesOperational OversightManage day-to-day operations across two core business unitsOversee production planning, inventory control, and supplier managementTrack and manage key KPIs - implementing changes where performance gaps existTeam & CultureLead and support a growing team of department heads, supervisors, and frontline staffPromote a positive, accountable and high-performance cultureDrive workforce planning, development and succession strategiesQuality & ComplianceEnsure all production meets BRC, HACCP and internal quality standardsAct as senior point of contact for audits and external regulatory inspectionsWork closely with the technical and H&S teams to uphold site-wide complianceCommercial & Financial PerformanceManage site budgets and cost control measuresSupport sales and marketing functions in delivering commercial targetsIdentify and act on areas for margin improvement and operational efficiencyInnovation & ExpansionDrive process improvement and lean manufacturing initiativesSupport the planning and successful transition into a new production facilityEncourage innovation in both product development and operational systems (e.g., ERP)Your essential ingredients:Proven experience in a General Manager, Operations Director, or Senior Site Lead role within a food manufacturing environmentStrong leadership capabilities across people, production, and commercial functionsDetailed knowledge of food safety, quality systems, and industry regulations (HACCP, BRCGS etc.)Commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and improving profitabilityExcellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skillsERP or data-driven systems experience advantageousRelevant degree in Business, Food Production or related field (preferred)Your next moveTo learn more or to apply in confidence, contact Paul Muir at Vickerstock on 028 9031 3720 or submit your CV via the link.

Created: 2025-08-22