3179 Management jobs in Durham

Are you a passionate childcare professional ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference? Kids 1st by Busy Bees , part of the UK’s leading nursery group, is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Manager to join our thriving Gateshead QE setting.

If you hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have at least two years’ leadership experience in an early years setting, this is your chance to bring your creativity, energy, and EYFS expertise to a place where children flourish and careers grow.

As part of Busy Bees – the UK’s No.1 nursery group with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more overseas – we’re committed to giving every child the best start in life . Our award-winning workplace culture ensures that every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

When you join Kids 1st by Busy Bees, you become part of a supportive team dedicated to creating inspiring environments where children can learn, play, and grow . You’ll also get to deliver our innovative Bee Curious Curriculum , designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.

We’re proud to champion community initiatives too – through our partnership with BBC Children in Need , you’ll have the chance to make a real difference beyond the nursery walls.

Our Gateshead QE nursery , rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted , offers a warm, welcoming space for up to 108 children . With excellent transport links (a 2-minute walk from the nearest bus stop, 5 minutes from Low Fell town centre, and close to the A1 and Durham), plus complimentary onsite parking , getting here is easy.

Up to 25% annual salary bonus
Competitive salary & career progression opportunities
Up to 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
Your birthday off – our gift to you!
Substantial childcare discount
Ongoing professional development & training
Access to our Hive benefits platform – with exclusive retail discounts and wellbeing resources
Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus
Menopause support , financial wellbeing tools , and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work scheme & easy-access pension plan
Discounted private medical insurance
Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practices in early years education with our talent exchange programme

And that’s just the beginning! Our Hive Wellbeing Hub also offers mental health support, a dedicated Celebrating You space to recognise your achievements, and a Grow With Us programme to fuel your career ambitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team.
• Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations.
• Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
• Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.

About you:

• We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education.
• You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills.
• You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.

Qualifications and Experience:

• NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.

Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!

Job Title: Senior Management Accountant

Location: Washington; Tyne & Wear. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Up to £55,869 depending on skills & experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Monitor and analyse the financial performance of Site Operations cost areas, providing independent financial challenge and regular reviews with senior stakeholders
• Deliver accurate and consistent management reporting for Site Operations, including site stock and labour hours analysis
• Support the Cost Performance Lead in developing the five-year Integrated Business Plan, including direct labour rate calculations and co-ordinating inputs from budget holders
• Prepare monthly accruals, prepayments and journal corrections, and raise purchase requisitions to support operational, engineering and production activities
• Ensure compliance with financial controls , policies and procedures, and support internal and external audit requirements
• Support business stakeholders in understanding financial information, including forecasting and key metric analysis
• Promote standardisation and continuous improvement, sharing best practice across the wider FP&A team
• Work collaboratively with finance teams across sites and disciplines within the Defence Solutions business to communicate financial performance and key metrics

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

• Proven experience in management accounting and FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, and operational cost analysis
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and data manipulation
• Ability to work effectively with non-financial stakeholders, translating financial information into clear insights

Desirable

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, supporting operational and financial processes
• Proficiency with ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle, for reporting and financial management

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Cost Performance Team:

The Cost Performance team sits within the FP&A function of Munitions Finance, managing costs across our Land UK manufacturing sites. We work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Project Management to provide financial analysis and challenge that supports effective decision -making.

This role oversees finance for small arms ammunition production and offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing and dynamic part of the business. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and the sharing of best practice, helping to drive financial performance and operational excellence across the sites.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 23rd October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Job Title: Senior Management Accountant

Location: Washington; Tyne & Wear. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Up to £55,869 depending on skills & experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Monitor and analyse the financial performance of Site Operations cost areas, providing independent financial challenge and regular reviews with senior stakeholders
• Deliver accurate and consistent management reporting for Site Operations, including site stock and labour hours analysis
• Support the Cost Performance Lead in developing the five-year Integrated Business Plan, including direct labour rate calculations and co-ordinating inputs from budget holders
• Prepare monthly accruals, prepayments and journal corrections, and raise purchase requisitions to support operational, engineering and production activities
• Ensure compliance with financial controls , policies and procedures, and support internal and external audit requirements
• Support business stakeholders in understanding financial information, including forecasting and key metric analysis
• Promote standardisation and continuous improvement, sharing best practice across the wider FP&A team
• Work collaboratively with finance teams across sites and disciplines within the Defence Solutions business to communicate financial performance and key metrics

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

• Proven experience in management accounting and FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, and operational cost analysis
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and data manipulation
• Ability to work effectively with non-financial stakeholders, translating financial information into clear insights

Desirable

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, supporting operational and financial processes
• Proficiency with ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle, for reporting and financial management

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Cost Performance Team:

The Cost Performance team sits within the FP&A function of Munitions Finance, managing costs across our Land UK manufacturing sites. We work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Project Management to provide financial analysis and challenge that supports effective decision -making.

This role oversees finance for small arms ammunition production and offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing and dynamic part of the business. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and the sharing of best practice, helping to drive financial performance and operational excellence across the sites.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 23rd October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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IWS Manager

Billingham (Home of McCoy’s, Pom-Bear and more) 

On-site  

Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for an IWS Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move.

About the role
The IWS Manager will lead the phased implementation of the IWS at the Teesside site. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing employee engagement, and eliminating losses. It also contributes to regional capability-building and cross-site collaboration. 

What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

• Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement

• Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care

• KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more

• KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

What will you be doing?

Site Leadership

• Lead the Teesside site through IWS phases to deliver CBN and OGSM targets

• Coach and develop IWS Deployment Coaches and Line Leads

• Drive colleague engagement using structured tools including PBAT/OHA, ‘Values & behaviours’ and the Best Companies Survey

• Collaborate closely with site leadership and employee representatives

Loss elimination & systems implementation

• Develop and deliver the Site Master Plan and 90-day plans

• Apply IWS tools including Push/Pull pillars, UPS, 6W2H, DDS, CILs and Defect Handling

• Lead root cause analysis to achieve breakthrough results in OEE and reduce downtime

• Embed and coach Daily Management Systems (DMS) and standard work practices

Support & capability building

• Provide coaching and calibrated assessments across all site Pillars, Departments and Line Structure Teams

• Share best practices and contribute to global IWS capability development

• Build leadership capability across site teams and Line Structure Teams

Who are we?
We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.

We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:
Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. Alternatively, candidates with 5+ years in a site leadership role overseeing teams of 150+ people will be considered.

• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent lean systems certification.

• Coaching accreditation and project/programme management qualifications (preferred).

Experience

• Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.

• Leadership experience in operational excellence or lean transformation.

• Budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure awareness.

• Proven track record of embedding continuous improvement within operations, transitioning ownership from a traditional CI department to frontline teams.

Skills & Attributes

• Leadership Through Others: Candidates must demonstrate how they’ve enabled, coached, and empowered teams—not just delivered results individually.

• Broad CI Perspective: While TPM expertise is welcome, candidates must show adaptability across multiple IWS pillars and methodologies.

• Influence & Presence: Ability to challenge constructively, contribute meaningfully in senior forums, and drive alignment across functions.

• Analytical & Technical: Strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, and familiarity with structured problem-solving tools.

• Communication & Coaching: Clear, confident communication style with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect operational improvements to broader business goals.

• Presence in Leadership Forums: Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and align senior stakeholders.

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IWS Manager

Billingham (Home of McCoy’s, Pom-Bear and more) 

On-site  

Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for an IWS Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move.

About the role
The IWS Manager will lead the phased implementation of the IWS at the Teesside site. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing employee engagement, and eliminating losses. It also contributes to regional capability-building and cross-site collaboration. 

What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

• Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement

• Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care

• KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more

• KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

What will you be doing?

Site Leadership

• Lead the Teesside site through IWS phases to deliver CBN and OGSM targets

• Coach and develop IWS Deployment Coaches and Line Leads

• Drive colleague engagement using structured tools including PBAT/OHA, ‘Values & behaviours’ and the Best Companies Survey

• Collaborate closely with site leadership and employee representatives

Loss elimination & systems implementation

• Develop and deliver the Site Master Plan and 90-day plans

• Apply IWS tools including Push/Pull pillars, UPS, 6W2H, DDS, CILs and Defect Handling

• Lead root cause analysis to achieve breakthrough results in OEE and reduce downtime

• Embed and coach Daily Management Systems (DMS) and standard work practices

Support & capability building

• Provide coaching and calibrated assessments across all site Pillars, Departments and Line Structure Teams

• Share best practices and contribute to global IWS capability development

• Build leadership capability across site teams and Line Structure Teams

Who are we?
We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.

We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:
Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. Alternatively, candidates with 5+ years in a site leadership role overseeing teams of 150+ people will be considered.

• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent lean systems certification.

• Coaching accreditation and project/programme management qualifications (preferred).

Experience

• Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.

• Leadership experience in operational excellence or lean transformation.

• Budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure awareness.

• Proven track record of embedding continuous improvement within operations, transitioning ownership from a traditional CI department to frontline teams.

Skills & Attributes

• Leadership Through Others: Candidates must demonstrate how they’ve enabled, coached, and empowered teams—not just delivered results individually.

• Broad CI Perspective: While TPM expertise is welcome, candidates must show adaptability across multiple IWS pillars and methodologies.

• Influence & Presence: Ability to challenge constructively, contribute meaningfully in senior forums, and drive alignment across functions.

• Analytical & Technical: Strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, and familiarity with structured problem-solving tools.

• Communication & Coaching: Clear, confident communication style with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect operational improvements to broader business goals.

• Presence in Leadership Forums: Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and align senior stakeholders.

#LI-SC1 #LI-Onsite

IWS Manager

Billingham (Home of McCoy’s, Pom-Bear and more) 

On-site  

Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for an IWS Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move.

About the role
The IWS Manager will lead the phased implementation of the IWS at the Teesside site. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing employee engagement, and eliminating losses. It also contributes to regional capability-building and cross-site collaboration. 

What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

• Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement

• Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care

• KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more

• KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

What will you be doing?

Site Leadership

• Lead the Teesside site through IWS phases to deliver CBN and OGSM targets

• Coach and develop IWS Deployment Coaches and Line Leads

• Drive colleague engagement using structured tools including PBAT/OHA, ‘Values & behaviours’ and the Best Companies Survey

• Collaborate closely with site leadership and employee representatives

Loss elimination & systems implementation

• Develop and deliver the Site Master Plan and 90-day plans

• Apply IWS tools including Push/Pull pillars, UPS, 6W2H, DDS, CILs and Defect Handling

• Lead root cause analysis to achieve breakthrough results in OEE and reduce downtime

• Embed and coach Daily Management Systems (DMS) and standard work practices

Support & capability building

• Provide coaching and calibrated assessments across all site Pillars, Departments and Line Structure Teams

• Share best practices and contribute to global IWS capability development

• Build leadership capability across site teams and Line Structure Teams

Who are we?
We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.

We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:
Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. Alternatively, candidates with 5+ years in a site leadership role overseeing teams of 150+ people will be considered.

• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent lean systems certification.

• Coaching accreditation and project/programme management qualifications (preferred).

Experience

• Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.

• Leadership experience in operational excellence or lean transformation.

• Budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure awareness.

• Proven track record of embedding continuous improvement within operations, transitioning ownership from a traditional CI department to frontline teams.

Skills & Attributes

• Leadership Through Others: Candidates must demonstrate how they’ve enabled, coached, and empowered teams—not just delivered results individually.

• Broad CI Perspective: While TPM expertise is welcome, candidates must show adaptability across multiple IWS pillars and methodologies.

• Influence & Presence: Ability to challenge constructively, contribute meaningfully in senior forums, and drive alignment across functions.

• Analytical & Technical: Strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, and familiarity with structured problem-solving tools.

• Communication & Coaching: Clear, confident communication style with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect operational improvements to broader business goals.

• Presence in Leadership Forums: Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and align senior stakeholders.

#LI-SC1 #LI-Onsite

IWS Manager

Billingham (Home of McCoy’s, Pom-Bear and more) 

On-site  

Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for an IWS Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move.

About the role
The IWS Manager will lead the phased implementation of the IWS at the Teesside site. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing employee engagement, and eliminating losses. It also contributes to regional capability-building and cross-site collaboration. 

What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

• Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement

• Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care

• KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more

• KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

What will you be doing?

Site Leadership

• Lead the Teesside site through IWS phases to deliver CBN and OGSM targets

• Coach and develop IWS Deployment Coaches and Line Leads

• Drive colleague engagement using structured tools including PBAT/OHA, ‘Values & behaviours’ and the Best Companies Survey

• Collaborate closely with site leadership and employee representatives

Loss elimination & systems implementation

• Develop and deliver the Site Master Plan and 90-day plans

• Apply IWS tools including Push/Pull pillars, UPS, 6W2H, DDS, CILs and Defect Handling

• Lead root cause analysis to achieve breakthrough results in OEE and reduce downtime

• Embed and coach Daily Management Systems (DMS) and standard work practices

Support & capability building

• Provide coaching and calibrated assessments across all site Pillars, Departments and Line Structure Teams

• Share best practices and contribute to global IWS capability development

• Build leadership capability across site teams and Line Structure Teams

Who are we?
We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.

We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:
Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. Alternatively, candidates with 5+ years in a site leadership role overseeing teams of 150+ people will be considered.

• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent lean systems certification.

• Coaching accreditation and project/programme management qualifications (preferred).

Experience

• Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.

• Leadership experience in operational excellence or lean transformation.

• Budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure awareness.

• Proven track record of embedding continuous improvement within operations, transitioning ownership from a traditional CI department to frontline teams.

Skills & Attributes

• Leadership Through Others: Candidates must demonstrate how they’ve enabled, coached, and empowered teams—not just delivered results individually.

• Broad CI Perspective: While TPM expertise is welcome, candidates must show adaptability across multiple IWS pillars and methodologies.

• Influence & Presence: Ability to challenge constructively, contribute meaningfully in senior forums, and drive alignment across functions.

• Analytical & Technical: Strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, and familiarity with structured problem-solving tools.

• Communication & Coaching: Clear, confident communication style with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect operational improvements to broader business goals.

• Presence in Leadership Forums: Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and align senior stakeholders.

#LI-SC1 #LI-Onsite

IWS Manager

Billingham (Home of McCoy’s, Pom-Bear and more) 

On-site  

Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for an IWS Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move.

About the role
The IWS Manager will lead the phased implementation of the IWS at the Teesside site. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing employee engagement, and eliminating losses. It also contributes to regional capability-building and cross-site collaboration. 

What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

• Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement

• Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care

• KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more

• KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

What will you be doing?

Site Leadership

• Lead the Teesside site through IWS phases to deliver CBN and OGSM targets

• Coach and develop IWS Deployment Coaches and Line Leads

• Drive colleague engagement using structured tools including PBAT/OHA, ‘Values & behaviours’ and the Best Companies Survey

• Collaborate closely with site leadership and employee representatives

Loss elimination & systems implementation

• Develop and deliver the Site Master Plan and 90-day plans

• Apply IWS tools including Push/Pull pillars, UPS, 6W2H, DDS, CILs and Defect Handling

• Lead root cause analysis to achieve breakthrough results in OEE and reduce downtime

• Embed and coach Daily Management Systems (DMS) and standard work practices

Support & capability building

• Provide coaching and calibrated assessments across all site Pillars, Departments and Line Structure Teams

• Share best practices and contribute to global IWS capability development

• Build leadership capability across site teams and Line Structure Teams

Who are we?
We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.

We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:
Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. Alternatively, candidates with 5+ years in a site leadership role overseeing teams of 150+ people will be considered.

• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent lean systems certification.

• Coaching accreditation and project/programme management qualifications (preferred).

Experience

• Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.

• Leadership experience in operational excellence or lean transformation.

• Budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure awareness.

• Proven track record of embedding continuous improvement within operations, transitioning ownership from a traditional CI department to frontline teams.

Skills & Attributes

• Leadership Through Others: Candidates must demonstrate how they’ve enabled, coached, and empowered teams—not just delivered results individually.

• Broad CI Perspective: While TPM expertise is welcome, candidates must show adaptability across multiple IWS pillars and methodologies.

• Influence & Presence: Ability to challenge constructively, contribute meaningfully in senior forums, and drive alignment across functions.

• Analytical & Technical: Strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, and familiarity with structured problem-solving tools.

• Communication & Coaching: Clear, confident communication style with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect operational improvements to broader business goals.

• Presence in Leadership Forums: Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and align senior stakeholders.

#LI-SC1 #LI-Onsite

IWS Manager

Billingham (Home of McCoy’s, Pom-Bear and more) 

On-site  

Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for an IWS Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move.

About the role
The IWS Manager will lead the phased implementation of the IWS at the Teesside site. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing employee engagement, and eliminating losses. It also contributes to regional capability-building and cross-site collaboration. 

What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

• Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement

• Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care

• KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more

• KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

What will you be doing?

Site Leadership

• Lead the Teesside site through IWS phases to deliver CBN and OGSM targets

• Coach and develop IWS Deployment Coaches and Line Leads

• Drive colleague engagement using structured tools including PBAT/OHA, ‘Values & behaviours’ and the Best Companies Survey

• Collaborate closely with site leadership and employee representatives

Loss elimination & systems implementation

• Develop and deliver the Site Master Plan and 90-day plans

• Apply IWS tools including Push/Pull pillars, UPS, 6W2H, DDS, CILs and Defect Handling

• Lead root cause analysis to achieve breakthrough results in OEE and reduce downtime

• Embed and coach Daily Management Systems (DMS) and standard work practices

Support & capability building

• Provide coaching and calibrated assessments across all site Pillars, Departments and Line Structure Teams

• Share best practices and contribute to global IWS capability development

• Build leadership capability across site teams and Line Structure Teams

Who are we?
We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.

We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:
Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. Alternatively, candidates with 5+ years in a site leadership role overseeing teams of 150+ people will be considered.

• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent lean systems certification.

• Coaching accreditation and project/programme management qualifications (preferred).

Experience

• Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.

• Leadership experience in operational excellence or lean transformation.

• Budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure awareness.

• Proven track record of embedding continuous improvement within operations, transitioning ownership from a traditional CI department to frontline teams.

Skills & Attributes

• Leadership Through Others: Candidates must demonstrate how they’ve enabled, coached, and empowered teams—not just delivered results individually.

• Broad CI Perspective: While TPM expertise is welcome, candidates must show adaptability across multiple IWS pillars and methodologies.

• Influence & Presence: Ability to challenge constructively, contribute meaningfully in senior forums, and drive alignment across functions.

• Analytical & Technical: Strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, and familiarity with structured problem-solving tools.

• Communication & Coaching: Clear, confident communication style with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect operational improvements to broader business goals.

• Presence in Leadership Forums: Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and align senior stakeholders.

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