Managing Director

SUMMARY:
An organisation in the chemical manufacturing and production industry is seeking a hands-on, commercially driven Managing Director to lead its operations. This role requires an experienced leader with strong manufacturing expertise, sharp commercial acumen, and a proven ability to scale and strengthen a business within a competitive market.

POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:
The organisation specialises in producing high-quality chemical products, supplying both national retail chains and key industrial clients. The Managing Director will play a central role in driving operational excellence, enhancing efficiencies, expanding market share, and leading the business into its next phase of growth.

This is a hands-on, entrepreneurial leadership role suited to someone who thrives in dynamic environments and excels at building strong commercial partnerships, particularly with major retail chains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the full business operation.
• Drive commercial growth, market expansion, and new revenue opportunities.
• Oversee all manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance.
• Lead and negotiate contracts with major retailers and national retail chains.
• Manage full P&L accountability to ensure profitable and sustainable performance.
• Strengthen supply chain, production, and operational processes.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with distributors, partners, and retailers.
• Mentor and lead a strong leadership team to achieve business objectives.
• Implement continuous improvement, cost optimisation, and innovation initiatives.
• Represent the business externally and drive a strong market reputation.

• 10-15 years’ leadership experience in the manufacturing sector (essential).
• Experience in chemical manufacturing is a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to grow and scale a business or division.
• Background in running a smaller entity or a business unit is ideal.
• Proven success negotiating with major retail chains and securing long-term commercial partnerships.
• Strong operational, financial, and commercial management capabilities.
• Full P&L management experience with a track record of delivering profitability.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong, empowering leadership style with the ability to drive performance and transformation.