Managing Director
* £125,000 - £140,000 basic salary
* Incentive plan – up to 50%
* Car allowance £9,000
* Pension – Matched executive contribution
* Life assurance and family health care cover
* 25 days leave + public holidays
* Relocation support – negotiable
Location: Midlands
Umbilical Search is working in partnership with an established manufacturing business operating within the construction products sector.
The business has a strong market position, high levels of employee engagement, and a reputation for quality and customer service. It is now at a key stage in its development, with a clear focus on continued growth, operational improvement, and sustainability.
As a result, the company is seeking a strategic and commercially focused Managing Director to lead all commercial, operational, and technical functions, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to drive the next phase of growth.
For further information on this confidential assignment, please email an up-to-date CV and contact number to
Key Accountabilities:
* Full P&L responsibility for commercial and manufacturing operations
* Lead overall business performance across operations, commercial, finance, and technical functions
* Drive annual business planning, forecasting, and delivery of financial targets
* Develop and execute long-term strategy, including diversification into adjacent markets
* Maintain and strengthen relationships with key construction partners
* Lead operational excellence across manufacturing, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost KPIs are consistently achieved
* Drive productivity improvements, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and efficiency initiatives
* Lead organisational development, succession planning, and leadership capability across the business
* Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
* Work closely with stakeholders on integration, reporting, and strategic alignment
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Managing Director, General Manager, Divisional Director or equivalent senior leadership role
* Strong background in manufacturing environments (industrial, construction supply chain, or engineered products)
* Experience leading multi-functional operations, including production, commercial, and finance
* Experience managing key customer relationships in B2B or project-led markets
* Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs, cost control, and operational performance
* Experience leading cultural change and operational improvement initiatives
* Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting and investment appraisal
* Degree or relevant manufacturing/engineering background preferred
How to Apply
Please click “apply” or for further information, contact Ajay Bhella at Umbilical Limited. Alternatively, email an up-to-date CV to
Umbilical Limited is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing candidate searches solely on skills and experience.
We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.