Managing Director
- Posted 03 February 2025
- Salary £96000 - £120000 per annum
- LocationKidderminster
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineExecutive Search
- ReferenceHQ00037004_1738602196
- Contact NameAnthony Andrews
Job description
As part of a globally successful group, we are seeking a dynamic and visionary Managing Director to lead this Worcestershire business through an exciting period of transformation and future growth.
The new Managing Director will play a pivotal role in reshaping the business, ensuring stability while driving sales and market expansion. This is not just a like-for-like replacement; we are looking for someone who brings fresh thinking, entrepreneurial energy, and hands-on leadership to take the business forward.
Your Role
As Managing Director, you will:
- Develop & Execute Strategy - Define and implement a strategic plan to enhance business performance and long-term growth.
- Drive Sales & Market Share - Take a hands-on approach to sales and business development, directly engaging with customers to build strong relationships and win new business.
- Lead & Inspire - Build and motivate a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and accountable work culture.
- Operational Excellence - Oversee all business operations, including supply chain management, customer service, and commercial activities.
- Stakeholder Engagement - Maintain strong connections with key partners, clients, and the leadership team based in Europe.
- Ensure Compliance - Uphold all regulatory, legal, and industry standards, including health and safety requirements.
Requirements:
You should be a commercially savvy leader with a passion for sales and business development, ideally from a manufacturing or engineering background. The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong senior leadership experience (MD experience is not essential but highly desirable).
- A proven track record in sales growth, with the ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and a hands-on approach to leadership.
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
- A resilient mindset, with the ability to navigate challenges and drive change effectively.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of a well-established business within a highly successful global organisation. If you are a driven, innovative leader with a passion for sales and a talent for business transformation, we want to hear from you.
Based in Worcestershire, with an annual salary available in the region of £96,000 to £120,000.