Alan R.
World Class Manufacturing Interim Executive / Consultant
Professional Value
Alan is an interim executive who helps manufacturing CEOs relocate plants while preserving production and driving operational excellence. He has delivered performance improvements of up to 770% and added as much as R500 million in annual turnover on complex multi‑site projects for blue‑chip manufacturers. His track record spans UK and European multi‑site manufacturing operations.
Selected Clients
Executive Profile
A highly successful business management professional who is innovative, results-orientated and profit-focused, with an exceptional record of achievement in the manufacturing sector.
Formally, an Operations Director (in a manufacturing company of 350 staff) and highly successful General Manager of a manufacturing plant with over 600 employees (in a highly unionised environment).
Having an exceptional skill set, innovation, and proven ability in the management and delivery of highly complex projects. A team builder and motivator who is able to lead by example. Described by one of his European clients as “one of the best in the world” in the successful management of complex operations and manufacturing projects. Having an excellent understanding of the intricate relationships between manufacturing and the other key management functions within a company and the balance and coordination it takes to make them function together effectively.
Alan has demonstrated ability in effecting major change in the manufacturing operations of companies like Cummins/Volvo, Haldor Topsoe, and a very impressive list of Blue Chip companies, many of whom are world leaders in their respective fields. He is responsible for bringing about not only outstanding performance improvements (up to 770%) and increases in turnover (up to R500 million), but lasting improvements to organisational structures and operational efficiency.
Experienced in the following industries:
- Chemical manufacturing (catalytic converters)
- Relocation of Offices, IT departments, Manufacturing Plants, and Warehouses
- Manufacturing across multi-site operations
- Operations across multi-site locations
- NHS
- FMCG
- Textiles
- Assembly Lines
- Bottling Plants
- Logistics and Distribution
- Supply Chain Planning
- Food Manufacturing
- Computers, IT Hardware, and Software solutions
- Clothing Industry; Fashion Garments and General Clothing
- Catalytic Converters
- Supermarkets
- Hospitals
- Catering
- Glass Industry
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Utilities and Public Services
- Ambulance services
- Fibre cement and moulded products
- Armoured and Military Defence Vehicles
- Automotive Industry
- Packing
Core Competencies
Operational Performance
Alan has expertise in Operational Performance, including designing and building world-class manufacturing plants, improving operational procedures, and managing complex projects.
He excels at team building, relocating plants, and implementing world-class systems.
His skills include performance monitoring, plant commissioning, and management information systems.
Business Relocation
Alan is experienced in Business Relocation, including international relocation and plant consolidation.
He can relocate plants while maintaining production, ensuring continuous company operations throughout the relocation process.
Project Management
Alan is a skilled Project Manager, described as one of the best in the world by a European client.
He achieves significant performance improvements, up to 770%, and increases annual turnover, up to R500 million, in complex manufacturing projects.