Managing director

Managing Director

£100,000 – £125,000 • West Midlands

A unique opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and commercially driven Managing Director to lead an established and highly respected business operating within the food sector.

The business has a strong reputation, an engaged workforce and ambitious plans to significantly grow over the next three to five years through a combination of organic growth, market expansion and strategic acquisitions.

This is not a turnaround opportunity. It is an opportunity to build upon strong foundations and play a key role in shaping the future direction of a successful business.

The Managing Director will assume full responsibility for the strategic, commercial and operational leadership of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and executing the long‑term business strategy.
• Driving sustainable revenue and profit growth.
• Leading and developing a high‑performing senior leadership team.
• Building strong customer and supplier partnerships.
• Supporting acquisition, integration and growth initiatives.
• Driving commercial excellence across sales, procurement and customer service functions.
• Championing a positive, collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Taking full P&L accountability.

The successful individual will balance strategic leadership with a hands‑on approach, remaining visible throughout the organisation while helping shape the next phase of growth.

Candidate

• Experience operating as a Managing Director, Commercial Director, Business Unit Director or equivalent senior leadership position.
• Strong understanding of the food sector, food manufacturing, food ingredients, food service, distribution or related sectors.
• Proven experience delivering business growth and commercial success.
• Full P&L responsibility.
• Experience leading multifunctional teams across commercial, operational and support functions.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills.
• A collaborative and people‑focused leadership style.
• The ability to translate strategic objectives into operational delivery.

Most importantly, we are seeking an aligned leader who can inspire teams, build trust and drive sustainable growth through both people and performance.

If you feel this aligned with your experience and next step, we look forward to receiving your CV / Application.