A leading European food manufacturing group is looking for a passionate and results-driven Plant Manager to lead one of its key production sites located in West Flanders. This site plays a central role in the group#39;s international supply chain and is known for its high-quality standards and continuous improvement mindset.You will oversee the entire plant#39;s operations (production, maintenance, supply, quality safety) with the objective of ensuring high efficiency, product excellence, and strong team performance in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Key responsibilities: Lead and coach the site#39;s management team (production, technical, quality, logistics, etc.) Drive operational performance: output, OEE, cost, service, and quality Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all HSE and food regulations Implement continuous improvement and Lean methodologies Collaborate with other plants and the group#39;s HQ on strategic industrial initiatives Manage budgets, KPIs, investments, and reporting to the Industrial Director Engineering or technical degree (or equivalent experience) Proven experience (5+ years) in a Plant Manager or similar operational leadership role, ideally in the food industry or FMCG Strong leadership, team development, and communication skills Fluent in Dutch and English – French is a plus Data-driven mindset with a hands-on and pragmatic approach A key leadership role in a growing international group Autonomy, impact, and direct contribution to strategic industrial decisions Competitive salary package with company car, bonus, and benefits Strong team spirit and positive company culture Logistics, KPI, Food industry, Maintenance, Team Performance, Practicality, FMCG, Communication, Site management, Team Development, Quality and Safety, Strong Leadership, Regulation, Pragmatism, Engineering, Health Safety, Fast Pace, Industrial, Leadership, Lean methodology, Production, Investment, Reporting, Plant Operations, Service, Budget Management, OEE