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🥝 Interim Operations Director

Jobleads-UK | York, United Kingdom | Posted June 23, 2026

Job Description

Operations Director - Bettys & Taylors (interim)


Location: Harrogate (on site)


The Role


This is a high-impact, senior leadership role with responsibility for large-scale operations spanning production, engineering, supply chain and quality across both businesses.


You will:



  • Lead and inspire c.650 colleagues across complex operational environments

  • Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost and engagement

  • Provide calm, steady leadership during a period of significant change and investment

  • Shape and deliver key operational strategies, including:

    • Taylors Operating Model (TOMTOM)

    • Bakery Excellence Model (BEM)



  • Partner closely with both Managing Directors as a member of two leadership teams

  • Lead capital programmes, continuous improvement and future operational planning


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