Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO)

PE-backed | Consumer Products | Crewe | £120,000 - £130,000 + exec benefits

The Opportunity

We're partnering with a private equity-backed, international consumer products business entering a critical phase of its journey.

With a well-established global footprint, a highly diversified product range, and strong foundations in place, the business is now focused on operational optimisation, margin improvement, and building a scalable platform for growth.

This is a hands-on CFOO role, offering full ownership across finance and operations equally, and a genuine opportunity to shape the direction and performance of the business alongside an inspirational CEO and investor group.

The Role

This is not a traditional CFO position.

You will operate as a strategic and operational leader, responsible for driving both financial performance and day-to-day operational execution, which will be a significant part of the role.

You'll work across the full value chain, from product and supply chain through to commercial performance and investor reporting, with a clear mandate to stabilise, improve, and scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, planning, and performance management
• Drive improvements in margin, cash flow, and working capital
• Take ownership of inventory, supply chain, and operational efficiency
• Oversee logistics, warehousing, and fulfilment performance
• Build and evolve systems, reporting, and data infrastructure (ERP/WMS)
• Partner closely with the CEO and investors on value creation strategy
• Lead across finance, operations, HR, IT, and property
• Deliver high-quality board reporting and stakeholder communication

The Candidate

We're looking for a commercially sharp, hands-on finance and operations leader with a track record in complex, product-led environments.

You will bring…

• Experience in a PE-backed or fast-paced SME environment
• Background in consumer products, wholesale, retail, or distribution
• Strong understanding of stock, supply chain, and multi-SKU businesses
• A proven ability to improve performance and drive operational change
• Experience building or scaling systems, processes, and teams
• A pragmatic, sleeves-rolled-up approach with strong leadership capability

Why Join

• True end-to-end ownership across finance and operations
• Opportunity to lead a turnaround and growth journey
• High visibility with an engaged private equity investor
• Meaningful equity upside aligned to value creation
• Ability to shape the future of a growing international business

The Reality

• This is a high-impact, high-responsibility role in a business that requires pace, ownership, and strong execution.
• It will suit someone who thrives in hands-on environments, enjoys solving complex challenges, and is motivated by building something of real value.

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.

Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics

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