Enable job alerts via email!

Factory General Manager

Kingdom Services Group Ltd

Chichester

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days ago

Boost your interview chances

Create a job specific, tailored resume for higher success rate.

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Factory General Manager in a fast-growing FMCG manufacturing business. This role involves leading a state-of-the-art facility, driving operational performance, and fostering a positive culture. You will be at the forefront of strategic growth initiatives and continuous improvement efforts, ensuring the site thrives in a competitive environment. If you are a strategic thinker and an inspirational leader with a passion for operational excellence, this position offers excellent long-term career prospects in a forward-thinking organization. Join a team that values innovation and quality and make a significant impact on the future of manufacturing.

Car allowance

10% employer pension contribution

Discretionary bonus

Proven experience in FMCG high-volume manufacturing is essential.
Strong leadership and decision-making skills are required.

Drive a high-performance culture and lead operational excellence.
Define long-term investment requirements for business growth.

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Strategic Thinking

Numerical Skills

Communication Skills

Experience in FMCG Manufacturing

Factory General Manager – FMCG (High Volume) Manufacturing

West Sussex

Lead a State-of-the-Art FMCG Manufacturing Site

Salary: Up to 100k, 9k car allowance, 10% employer pension contribution, discretionary bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a fast-growing and ambitious FMCG manufacturing business operating in a high-volume, cutting-edge production environment. With significant investment in facilities and a strong reputation for quality and innovation, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader to take a thriving site to the next level.

Tell me more!

As Factory General Manager, you will report directly to the Group Operations Manager and take full responsibility for site leadership, operational performance, and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities Include

Leadership & Culture – Drive a high-performance culture, embedding company values and fostering a positive, engaged workforce.
Operational Excellence – Implement and monitor key performance metrics to ensure sustained improvements in efficiency, quality, and output.
Capital & Growth Strategy – Define long-term investment requirements to support continued business expansion.
Continuous Improvement – Lead site-wide initiatives to enhance processes, reduce waste, and maximise productivity.
Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic projects aligned with business goals.

What do I need?

We are looking for an experienced site leader with a strong background in FMCG (high-volume) manufacturing. You will be a strategic thinker, an inspirational people leader, and a confident decision-maker with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams. Strong numerical and communication skills, alongside a track record of driving operational excellence, are essential.

This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong culture and excellent long-term career prospects.

We encourage applications from candidates across the UK who are open to relocating. Immediate commutable areas are Southampton, Portsmouth, Gosport, Waterlooville, Havant, Petersfield, Winchester, Fareham, Chichester, Bognor Regis, and Worthing.

If you wish to discuss this role in more detail and discreetly, please contact Neil Williams at Kingdom People or click on “Apply Now” to send your CV to us; we will review and come back to you swiftly!

Kingdom People are acting within the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop a PDF, DOC, DOCX, ODT, or PAGES file up to 5MB.