The Managing Director (MD) of Linemark Ltd will provide strategic leadership, operational excellence, and commercial acumen to drive the company's continued growth and innovation in the linemarking paint sector.
As a key member of the Sports Division leadership team, the MD will lead the business to achieve ambitious growth, profitability, and sustainability objectives — fostering a high-performance culture built on Origin's values of integrity, innovation, and partnerships.
The MD will combine deep operational knowledge with forward thinking leadership to ensure Linemark remains a market leader in product quality, service excellence, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Business Growth
* Develop and execute a clear, long-term strategy for Linemark that aligns with Origin's mission and group growth objectives.
* Identify and capitalise on new market opportunities, product diversification, and geographical expansion.
* Build strategic partnerships and distribution networks to strengthen Linemark's position in domestic and international markets.
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to inform decision-making and maintain competitive advantage.
* Collaborate with the wider Living Landscapes Division to identify and deliver strategic synergies across the group.
Operational and Financial Management
* Lead end-to-end operational optimisation across production, supply chain, procurement, and quality control.
* Implement lean and sustainable manufacturing processes that enhance efficiency and profitability.
* Own the company's P&L, budgets, and financial performance metrics; deliver consistent year-on-year growth.
* Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms to drive accountability and performance improvement.
* Drive continuous improvement within the business and the adoption of new technologies and processes.
Sales, Marketing and Customer Relations
* Lead the sales and marketing strategy to grow revenue, market share, and brand strength.
* Build Linemark's brand as the trusted, innovative partner of choice in the linemarking industry.
* Cultivate strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and strategic partners.
* Drive customer-centric initiatives that enhance satisfaction, loyalty, and retention.
Product Development and Innovation
* Oversee R&D and product innovation to ensure Linemark remains at the forefront of sustainable paint technology.
* Develop and deliver a five-year product roadmap aligned with market needs and environmental standards.
* Encourage experimentation, creativity, and collaboration across teams to accelerate innovation.
Compliance and Risk Management
* Ensure compliance with all environmental, safety, and manufacturing regulations.
* Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate operational, financial, and reputational risks.
* Uphold ethical leadership standards in all aspects of business governance.
* Promote a culture of safety and strong adherence to health and safety regulations.
People Leadership and Organisational Development
* Build, develop, and retain a high-performing team aligned to Linemark's strategic ambitions.
* Foster a culture of empowerment, accountability, and collaboration.
* Act as a coach and mentor to direct reports, supporting their personal and professional growth.
* Foster diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing across the business.
* Ensure robust succession planning is in place to secure the long-term strength of the team.
Competencies
* Strategic Visioning – shaping and articulating a compelling direction for the business.
* Knowing the Business – demonstrating a deep understanding of operational and financial drivers.
* Customer Focus – anticipating and responding to customer needs with agility and embedding the voice of the customer in decision-making.
* Results Orientation – setting ambitious goals and delivering measurable outcomes.
* Planning and Organising – ensuring resources and processes align with business priorities.
* Change Leadership – leading transformation and operational improvement effectively.
* Influence and Persuasion – communicating compelling value propositions to internal and external audiences.
* Inspiring and Motivating Others – fostering passion for excellence across the commercial team and unlocking engagement and discretionary effort.
* Creativity and Innovation – promoting a culture that values idea generation and smart risk-taking.
* Learning Orientation / Continuous Improvement – embedding learning from successes and challenges.
* Adaptability – maintaining agility in response to evolving market dynamics and leading with empathy and stability through change.
* Integrity and Ethics – role-modelling Origin's values in decision-making and behaviour.
* Assertiveness and Courage – taking principled stands and addressing issues promptly.
* Resiliency – remaining composed and effective under pressure.
* Building Talent – developing capability and potential across the organisation.
It's you we're interested in
At Origin, we want everyone to have an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. We positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexuality, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity.
Having a diverse and inclusive business is vital for our future success and that's why we treat all our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background or any other protected character
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Location
Rawtenstall, Lancashire
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Department
Linemark
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Employment Type
Full-Time
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