Interim Head of Operations

Interim Head of Operations East Midlands | Immediate Start A well-established manufacturing business in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Operations to provide leadership and direction during a…

Pay rate £35 – £45/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 11 September 2026

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Interim Head of Operations
East Midlands | Immediate Start
A well-established manufacturing business in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Operations to provide leadership and direction during a period of transition.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring an individual who can quickly assess priorities, make informed decisions, drive accountability, and ensure operational performance remains on track.
Key requirements:
Senior operational leadership background
Strong decision-making capability
Commercially minded approach
Experience leading management teams
Improve communication, accountability and execution
Ability to quickly assess situations and drive action
Available to start at short noticeAbout You
Proven leadership experience within operations
Comfortable stepping into fast-paced situation and making decisions quickly
Strong commercial awareness alongside operational expertise
Experienced in leading and influencing management teams
Able to balance strategic thinking with practical execution
Confident, credible and highly adaptableThe organisation is seeking an individual who can quickly build credibility, provide clarity and direction, and keep key priorities moving forward during a period of transition.
Immediate availability essential

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