* Control and oversee all business operations, people and ventures for the UK business, working for an international manufacturer of contract chairs, tables, and furnishings for community, work, and home.
* They sell through the A&D and dealer communities to win specifications in commercial interiors, in workplace, hospitality and higher education.
* You will be responsible for the overall success of the business, able of coordinating marketing, commercial and logistics projects in line with the indication of the HQ.
* You will have a strong commercial acumen and excellent business development capabilities, supported by a wide network of professional relationships, with a solid portfolio of contacts with dealers, A&D firms etc.
* Develop and execute the company's business strategies in order to attain the goals of the board and shareholders.
* Provide strategic advice to the board and Chairperson so that they will have accurate view of the market and the company's future.
* Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities.
* Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times.
* Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners and authorities.
* Strengthen and expand commercial partnerships through proactive networking and relationship management.
* Oversee the company's financial performance, investments and other business ventures.
* Delegate responsibilities and supervise the work of executives providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance.
* Read all submitted reports by lower rank managers to reward performance, prevent issues and resolve problems.
* Act as the public speaker and public relations representative and ambassador of the company in ways that strengthen its profile.
* Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth.
* Lead and motivate the UK team
Must have contract furniture market leadership / directorship experience within the UK.
* A deep knowledge of the market, competitors and product range it is requested.
* Possess a strong commercial flair and persuasive negotiation abilities, combined with an aptitude for developing long-term client relationships.
* Demonstrable experience in designing and developing business plans.
* Strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance.
* Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* European HQ
* Turnover of ~€70M, with presence in 5 continents.
* 200+ employees globally, team of ~5 in UK.
* Strong focus on sustainability, the first furniture company to utilise pioneering impact valuation, a methodology that quantifies social and environmental impacts in monetary terms, moving beyond traditional qualitative assessments.
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