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Head Of Engineering

Job in Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN16, England, UK
Listing for: Strive Supply Chain
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-17
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Operations Manager
  • Management
    Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 GBP Yearly GBP 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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.

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