Chief Operating Officer

Hawick Full-Time 72000 - 108000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Alex Begg Group Limited produces luxury cashmere scarves, knitwear and home furnishings in Scotland, supplying luxury brand customers across the world. The Company also manufactures product under its own brand, Begg x Co, opening a retail store in London’s Burlington Arcade in 2022. Certified B Corp, our mission is to create the world’s finest hand-crafted cashmere born out of the intersection where responsibility for people and planet meets excellence in design.

With over 150 years of experience, we employ more than 200 people across sites in Ayr and Hawick.

About the role

We are looking to appoint a strategic and well-rounded COO who will be the custodian of manufacturing excellence and efficiency across our manufacturing sites. The COO will be responsible for overseeing the business operation strategy to support growth and innovation, as well as sustainability and health & safety.

Reporting directly to the CEO you will work closely with the Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Innovation Officer as a member of the Executive Committee.

Candidate requirements

You will have a background in manufacturing, and a strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain, KPIs and operations management. Multi-site leadership experience is highly desirable. We are looking for somebody who will challenge the status quo and has a creative and entrepreneurial spirit.

The COO is the ‘Master of Operations’ at Alex Begg Group and represents a critical role in our future growth and success – if this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Now

T o apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Ailsa Sutherland at applications@fwbltd.com or to discuss the role further please contact her on 0131 539 7087.

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Chief Operating Officer employer: UK Agri-Tech Centre

At Alex Begg Group Limited, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and innovative work culture that values sustainability and craftsmanship. With over 150 years of heritage in luxury cashmere production, our employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth and development, all while contributing to a mission that prioritises responsibility for people and the planet. Located in the picturesque settings of Ayr and Hawick, we provide a unique environment where creativity thrives and excellence is celebrated.