Head of Manufacturing – High-End Luxury Kitchens

Location: Wiltshire SW
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 basic (DOE)
Sites Covered: 3 UK Manufacturing Facilities

The Opportunity

We are working exclusively with the UK’s most prestigious luxury kitchen brands, internationally recognised for its exceptional bespoke craftsmanship and elite presence across both the UK and United States.

This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading, design-led manufacturer at the very top of the luxury KBB sector. The business operates multiple specialist production facilities and is seeking an experienced, commercially aware Head of Manufacturing to lead and optimise its manufacturing operations.

The Role

As Head of Manufacturing, you will take full responsibility for the operational performance of three manufacturing sites, ensuring the seamless production of high-end bespoke kitchens while maintaining world-class quality, efficiency, and craftsmanship.

You will be a key senior leader within the business, working closely with design, sales, project management and installation teams to ensure every client experience meets the brand’s elite standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Full operational leadership of three manufacturing facilities

• Drive production efficiency, quality control, and delivery performance

• Manage, motivate and develop manufacturing managers and site teams

• Ensure consistency of craftsmanship across all sites

• Oversee capacity planning, scheduling and workflow

• Implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles

• Manage budgets, costs, and operational KPIs

• Work closely with design and technical teams to deliver complex bespoke projects

• Maintain high standards of health & safety, compliance, and site performance

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a KBB, bespoke furniture, or high-end joinery manufacturing environment

• Experience running or overseeing manufacturing facilities or workshops

• Strong understanding of luxury, made-to-order production

• A natural leader with the ability to drive performance across multiple sites

• Highly organised, commercially aware, and quality-driven

• Experience using Microvellum or similar CAD/CAM systems desirable (but not essential)

• Background in bespoke cabinetry, kitchens, or premium joinery highly advantageous

Why Join?

• Work for one of the most prestigious and respected luxury kitchen brands in the UK

• Be part of a business with a strong international reputation and a rapidly growing US presence

• Lead an elite manufacturing operation producing some of the finest kitchens in the world

• Competitive salary of £50,000 – £70,000 basic (DOE)

• Long-term career progression within a stable, premium brand

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For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Gemma Creasey or Tyler Markwell at Oval Deene Recruitment. 
📞 01933 449975
📧 gemma@ovaldeene.co.uk