Director of Plant Operations

Mackenzie Stuart are currently partnered with a market leading dietary supplement contract manufacturer looking for a Director of Plant Operations responsible for full-scale manufacturing oversight, increasing and optimizing existing operational functions & output.

This company is a market leader within the dietary supplement contract manufacturing industry. With a commitment to delivering high-quality, science-backed nutritional products, they specialize in providing turnkey solutions for brands seeking excellence in product development and manufacturing.

Responsibilities for this role include (but are not limited to):

• Develop and execute comprehensive operational strategies aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Direct and supervise all manufacturing activities, including production scheduling, resource allocation, and inventory management.
• Implement and maintain robust quality control systems to uphold product integrity and safety standards.
• Provide strong leadership and guidance to the operations team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline workflows.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers and vendors to ensure reliable sourcing of raw materials and components.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and quality standards (e.g., FDA, GMP).
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures to optimize operational expenses and maximize profitability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and quality performance across all areas of the organization.

To be considered for the role, the following education, experience and qualifications are required:

• +8 years of experience in operational leadership roles within the dietary supplement industry.
• Exhibit sound knowledge of the dietary supplement contract manufacturing market, as well as the wider health, wellness & fitness industry.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards relevant to dietary supplement manufacturing (e.g., FDA, GMP).
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent experience is a plus.

This role offers a competitive salary, with a great compensation package, and a strong progression pathway.

Please submit your CV/resume if you have the requisite skills as outlined above and are a highly competitive individual with excellent communication skills. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of expected responses we are only able to acknowledge successful applications. If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

About Mackenzie Stuart Global Executive Search & Selection

Mackenzie Stuart is a leading executive search and selection business. From our offices in Leeds/London we provide retained and contingency recruitment solutions across industry and have specialist recruitment consultants that work within the Oil & Gas, Mining, Construction, Medical, Finance, Insurance, FMCG, Ingredients and Manufacturing sectors.