Managing Director - Specialist Engineering
Location: Havant | Salary: Up to 100k + Profit-Linked Bonus (circa 10%)
We're recruiting for a Managing Director to lead a highly specialised engineering business whose products play a critical role in global infrastructure. This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of a well-established company, driving its continued success while bringing fresh ideas and strategic growth.
This role offers full P&L responsibility across two sites-Havant, where you'll lead a small but effective team of under 20 (Quality and Assembly/Kitting), and Essex, where you'll oversee a team of 20 in R&D, Testing and Sales. With 80% of revenue coming from repeat contracts, this business holds a dominant market share in its niche field.
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You'll take charge of all aspects of sales, supplier relationships, stock control, quality compliance, and risk management, ensuring smooth operations in a high-value industry where systems in the field are worth hundreds of millions.
Day-to-day, you'll be based in Havant (Monday to Thursday as part of a four-day working week), with monthly visits to HQ in Essex and quarterly visits to UK suppliers. The sales focus is on account management and contract maintenance ...