Job Title: Managing Director Salary: £200,000 – £275,000 per annum Manchester to Northampton Role Overview Our client, a leading food retailer, is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Managing Director to lead and grow a significant part of their UK retail operation. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for strategy, performance, and growth across stores, supply chain, commercial operations, and people. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of the business, driving profitable growth, operational excellence, and an outstanding customer experience in a highly competitive and fast-moving retail environment. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a high-impact leadership position within a dynamic, growth-focused food retail organisation. Key Responsibilities Business Strategy & Growth * Develop and execute a clear, multi-year business strategy aligned with the overall objectives of our client * Identify opportunities for growth across stores, formats, product ranges, and customer propositions * Drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and long-term profitability Operational Leadership * Oversee end-to-end retail operations, ensuring consistent delivery of high standards across stores and support functions * Drive operational efficiency, cost control, and continuous improvement across the business * Ensure compl...