Head Of Engineering in Kettering

Head of Engineering

Up to £75k + Excellent Benefits

Northamptonshire

Our client is a leading FMCG business who are currently recruiting for a Head of Engineering at their facility in Northamptonshire.

Key Accountabilities

• Overall responsibility for Engineering activities across the business
• Create and implement best practice engineering vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve business performance
• Lead the Engineering team to ensure all operational plans are met
• Ensure that engineering strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs
• Provide leadership to departments under control and coach, mentor and develop direct reports and manage a high performing team that delivers continuous improvement, added value and cost reductions
• Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities
• Contribute to overall business strategy and annual budget process
• Take ownership of the engineering policy, guidelines and any associated documents
• Initiate and develop creative and innovative engineering processes

Ideal Candidate

• Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to optimise team performance and development
• Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders and suppliers
• Strong and confident negotiator with the ability to negotiate at all levels
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities
• Experience of working within an automated distribution centre or manufacturing environment

This is a fantastic opportunity – we look forward to your application.