General Manager- Immediate

General Manager- East London

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Location: East London, with oversight of Colchester operations
• Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead operations within a growing business in the Food Manufacturing and FMCG sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused leader who can drive operational performance, support business growth, and manage teams across multiple sites. Based primarily in East London, the General Manager will initially focus on the London operation before taking responsibility for the Colchester site following a successful onboarding period.

Day-to-day of the role

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the East London operation, ensuring high standards across performance, service, and quality.
• Take responsibility for the Colchester site once fully trained, supporting efficient multi-site operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and strengthen business processes.
• Monitor operational performance and provide regular updates to senior leadership on progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities, revenue streams, and customer relationships.
• Build strong partnerships with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders to support long-term growth.
• Lead, motivate, and develop teams across departments, creating a positive and high-performing working culture.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, KPI management, and cost control while maintaining service and quality standards.
• Produce management reports and contribute to the wider strategic direction of the business.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a General Manager, Operations Manager, Commercial Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing teams and improving overall business performance.
• Experience within manufacturing, food production, FMCG, distribution, or a related sector would be highly advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to spot growth opportunities and maximise account performance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across different locations in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-focused approach with strong organisational and decision-making ability.
• Experience managing budgets, operational planning, and business performance metrics.
• Full clean driving licence is essential.

Benefits

• Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 per annum
• Car allowance
• Pension
• 32 days holiday including bank holidays
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Opportunity to lead and influence a growing business
• Multi-site management responsibility with strong long-term career progression prospects

How to apply

To apply for this General Manager position, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role.