Are you looking for an opportunity to be an instrumental part of growing a successful and profitable SME? This company is currently a small business but offers huge scope for an entrepreneurial and ambitious MD with the potential to drive significant turnover, profit growth and market penetration. Based in one of the most beautiful parts of the country, they manufacture unique equipment used in heavy industry globally, and we are looking someone who can help drive the business forward.
The business is very stable and very successful, which has been because of the amazing team and their great reputation for reliability, critical in keeping customer’s operations running smoothly. Their success comes from incoming enquiries, so the opportunities to grow the business are huge.
They have a fantastic working environment and a genuinely collaborative team, who all want the business to grow and succeed. This will be an opportunity where you can really influence the future of the business and reap the rewards. We are looking for a proven Managing Director to lead the business through its next stage of growth. Reporting to the Group CEO, you will have full responsibility for the P&L, strategic direction, operational performance, and cultural development of the company.
Your focus will include:
* Driving sales growth through key account management, product diversification, and brand development.
* Elevating sales & marketing performance, building stronger routes to market, and expanding reach.
* Leveraging data, insights, and digital innovation to drive performance and enhance customer experience.
* Developing a high-performance culture, building on the business’s strong heritage while fostering a forward-thinking, growth mindset.
These are just some of the responsibilities: it will be a varied and impactful role with opportunities to travel globally to see customers and distributors. If this sounds like it could be for you, please get in touch to discuss the details in confidence.
The Candidate – Managing Director:
* Proven track record as an MD, GM, or senior leader in engineering/manufacturing.
* Strong leadership capability who can inspire and develop people.
* Exceptional commercial acumen and comfortable working with technical products.
* A strong vision with conviction to deliver with a delicate touch.
* Self-motivated, approachable and empathetic.
* Not afraid to be hands-on and lead by example