Operations Manager | The Netherlands

Salary: Up to 80k - 90K Euros

Attention Operations Managers: Are you ready to work and want to experience life abroad or are already based in the Netherlands? If you have a passion for the Flowers, Fresh Produce, and FMCG industries, I have the perfect role for you!

What's in it for you?

Do you want to take on a senior position with full autonomy of daily operations? Do you have a proven track record of building and developing teams, ensuring success and opening a progression route for both you and your colleagues?

I'm currently working with a fantastic business who is looking for an operations Manager who wants to hit the ground running and loves a challenge.

Tired of working in a role where every day feels the same where your skills and ability aren't challenged then this is the role for you. It will provide a fast-paced work environment with frequent challenges, so no day is the same.

This type of setting fosters continuous learning and innovation, ensuring sustained engagement and motivation. For individuals who thrive under pressure and seek a dynamic workplace where your autonomy and decisions are acted upon, then this is the role for you.

The Role

As the Operations Manager, you'll be at the heart of the operation so autonomy will be in your hands. You will be leading production teams and delivering high quality products.

Oversee health and safety, GMP standards and support the ERP systems across the European site ensuring a smooth operation. Handle stock call-offs with the supply chain team and manage storage and shipping of raw materials and finished goods.

Lead upgrades like automation and new equipment and be the main contact for customers during visits. Develop and improve operational structures for growth, coach the production management team, and align warehouse, production, and planning.

Share best practices from the UK and other sites with the European team. Manage the labour strategy for cost control and growth, and handle negotiations with labour providers.

About you

I know you will have these already, but you will need drive, energy, and resilience for their fast-paced, high-growth business. You should be ambitious and enthusiastic, ready to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.

Key qualifications include:

• Proven experience in improving operations and efficiency in complex, multi-site manufacturing, especially with short shelf-life products.
• Deep knowledge of lean methodologies and a history of implementing best practices.
• Extensive experience managing the planning process in seasonal businesses with peak periods.
• Excellent people skills, having the drive to inspire the workforce and having a hands-on approach when needed.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building across the organization.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you then feel free to get in contact with me. You can email me at jamie@morepeople.co.uk or you can reach me on 01780 480530.