Managing Director

Financial Controller

After 20 years in Senior Financial roles, our Financial Controller Alan brought his wealth of accounting expertise to Soapworks in 2025. Managing and developing the Finance team, Alan oversees all matters costing, auditing, cashflow management, contracts – to name a few – all whilst providing the financial acumen needed to support the wider business. When Alan isn’t analysing figures or looking at data, he’s either walking, golfing, or spending time with his two grandsons.

Operations Manager

Mike joined Soapworks in 2025, bringing with him a wealth of expertise and an abundance of fresh, innovative ideas. With an impressive background across the operations of pharmaceuticals, transport, whiskey and the building industry, it’s Mike’s mission to ensure Soapworks is operating as efficiently and expertly as possible. Overseeing the manufacturing side of the business, Mike works closely with the Planning and Quality teams. When Mike isn’t overseeing all things Operatons at Soapworks, you’ll find him cheering on Scotland at Murrayfield, golfing along the west coast or with his family.

Quality Manager

Quality is of the utmost importance to us here at Soapworks and at the forefront of all we do. Leading up this core mission for the past 12 years – with an unwavering level of expertise and passion – is our Quality Manager, Claire. Ensuring all quality activities are adhered to, Claire and her team only allow the best of the best to leave our factory. Nurturing the future talent of the industry, Claire also led the successful coordination of a KTP project in collaboration with the University of Glasgow. Claire’s kept busy outside of Soapworks with her whippet, Oscar, wild swimming or researching family history.

Business Development Manager

Leading up the Business Development team, Arlene joined the company in 2008 as a Junior Account Manager and from there progressed to various roles within the department. Arlene oversees every stage of product development: acquiring new business, keeping customers up to date with the latest trends, providing costing & VRE, and executing a successful and timely product launch for every project. Taking our customer’s ideas from concept to market launch is one of Arlene’s favourite things about her role.

Supply Chain Manager

A fountain of knowledge with all things Soapworks, Debbie joined the company as Warehouse Admin in 2003, working across various roles and departments throughout the years before her current position as Supply Chain Manager. Debbie oversees the Planning, Purchasing and Warehouse teams, ensuring each stage of the production process runs collaboratively and efficiently. Whether Debbie is spending time with her family and friends, cruising around the Med or taking on a new challenge at Soapworks, nothing tends to phase her!

HR Business Partner

Management Accountant

With almost two decades at Soapworks under her belt, Sarah is our Management Accountant. Involved in purchase and sales ledgers, monthly accounts, HMRC and VAT returns and managing the product costing system – which Sarah is proud to have designed and implemented – her days are kept pretty busy here! Known as the ‘Soccer Mom’ of Soapworks, when Sarah isn’t managing the business accounts, she’s kept busy with her two young boys or out unwinding with friends.

Training Supervisor

A veteran of Soapworks, Jake has been with the company since it opened its doors in 1986. Overseeing the training and safety procedures within the business is no mean feat – Jake runs a tight ship and ensures all policies and procedures are adhered to with ease. Memorable moments throughout Jake’s four decades long career at Soapworks include meeting Dame Anita Roddick – the founder of Soapworks and The Body Shop – as well as royalty when Princess Anne visited the factory.

Buyer

Caroline joined Soapworks as maternity cover in 2020… and excelled within her role so much that we couldn’t let her go! Managing all elements of the buying process, Caroline oversees all purchases; from packaging and raw materials to soap base and everything in between. Spending her days approving POs from across the supply chain, working closely with the Business Development team on new opportunities, negotiating prices with suppliers, and ensuring levels of service are being adhered to, Caroline unwinds by hitting the slopes, skiing her way around Europe.

Process Engineer

Ryan recently joined the Soapworks team as our Process Engineer, a new role within the company, dedicated to improving efficiency and processes across manufacturing. With an extensive background across the whiskey industry, Ryan is well vexed in improving procedures through analysing data and seeking opportunities for advancement. A keen problem solver with a knack for thinking outside the box, Ryan likes to stay active and outdoors, whether it’s running, munro-bagging or playing badminton.