Looking for a leadership role where you can shape the future of a well-established company? Join Cherwell Valley Silos Limited as our Commodity Division Director and take charge of a thriving manufacturing and trading business.

Commodity Division Director
Near Banbury, Oxfordshire

Full time, permanent
Competitive salary + Benefits, based on Qualifications and Experience

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

With over 60 years of excellence, Cherwell Valley Silos Limited is a leading supplier of animal feed ingredients to the broiler, layer, and pig industry. We are committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation in both feed manufacturing and grain trading. Our mission is to deliver high-quality feed solutions whilst maintaining strong partnerships with suppliers and customers across the industry.

The Role

As Commodity Division Director, you will lead the strategic growth of our animal feed ingredients manufacturing plant and grain trading business. You will have full management responsibility for operations, financial performance, customer relations, and market development.

The position as Director will be confirmed following a successful qualification period with the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Management Control: Manage division P&L, ensuring profitability and financial growth.
Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to expand market share and drive business growth.
Operational Oversight: Oversee manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
Team Leadership: Mentor and develop a high-performing team, fostering continuous improvement.
Supply Chain Management: Optimise procurement, logistics, and inventory with the Trading Manager.
Market Analysis: Identify industry trends, opportunities, and competitive dynamics.
Customer Relations: Build and maintain strong partnerships with key clients and suppliers.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to food safety and environmental regulations.
Innovation: Drive new product development, process improvements, and market strategies.
Update and Inform: Provide regular performance updates to the Company Board.

What’s in it for you?

Joining Cherwell Valley Silos Limited means becoming part of a well-established and industry-leading company with exciting opportunities for growth. We offer:

Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
Benefits package, including health insurance and company car.
Opportunity to lead a high-impact division in a successful business.
Professional development opportunities

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a proactive and commercially driven leader with strong operational, financial, and strategic expertise. About you:

Degree in Business, Agriculture, Engineering, or related field (Master’s or professional certification is a plus).
10+ years of industry experience in animal feed, grain trading, or manufacturing, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
Strong financial acumen with proven P&L management experience.
Strategic thinker with a track record of delivering growth and operational excellence.
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Expertise in supply chain optimization, procurement, and logistics.
Strong market insight with the ability to analyze trends and develop competitive strategies.
In-depth understanding of regulatory standards in the feed and grain sector.

Ready to take on this exciting leadership role? Apply now and be part of our journey towards innovation and excellence!

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Head of Grain Trading, Feed Manufacturing Director, Operations Director – Agriculture, Agribusiness Director, Supply Chain Director – Animal Feed, Commodity Trading Manager, Procurement Director – Feed Ingredients, General Manager – Feed Mill, Agricultural Commodities Director, Commercial Director – Grain & Feed