Parkinson Lee Executive Search are currently working with a privately owned, fabrication and welding design and manufacturing business in the appointment of a Managing Director. Our client is located in Bradford and comes with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering exceptional solutions to a varied B2B client base—including major retailers, warehousing companies, and manufacturers.
Our client combines stability and a solid foundation sustainable for growth, are committed to quality, and fostering a positive company culture, makes it an excellent environment for a nurturing, customer-focused leader to thrive in the role of Managing Director.
About the Role:
As Managing Director, you will be at the heart of this business, driving strategic growth while maintaining the company’s reputation for outstanding customer relationships and operational excellence. This is a role for a leader who is passionate about achieving net profit growth while fostering a collaborative and customer-centric culture. With clear potential for personal rewards based on success, this is an exceptional opportunity for a driven individual.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute strategies to achieve sustainable growth and increased profitability.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients across major retail, warehousing, and manufacturing sectors, ensuring their needs are consistently met or exceeded.
* Oversee all business operations, including fabrication, welding, design, and project delivery, ensuring quality and efficiency.
* Provide technical competency and support for customer site engineering needs, offering solutions tailored to their challenges and ensuring the highest standard of service.
* Lead by example, nurturing a positive culture that supports the professional growth and wellbeing of your team.
* Champion sustainable business practices in line with the company’s values and market expectations.
* Drive net profit growth through effective cost management, strategic planning, and new business development.
* Manage relationships with subcontractor installation suppliers, ensuring smooth and high-quality service delivery.
Parkinson | Lee Executive Search are keen to speak with people that have the following key skills and demonstrable experience:
* Proven experience as a Managing Director or in a senior leadership role, ideally within manufacturing, fabrication, or a related industry.
* Strong commercial and financial acumen, with a track record of achieving net profit growth.
* Exceptional leadership skills, with a focus on team development and fostering a positive culture.
* A customer-first mindset, with the ability to build and maintain long-lasting business relationships.
* Knowledge of fabrication, welding, and design processes is highly desirable.
* Technical competency in engineering solutions and the ability to provide support for customer site challenges is highly desirable.
* Passion for sustainability and alignment with family business values.
What’s on Offer:
Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package all linked to the success of the business. A nurturing and supportive environment focused on collaboration, sustainability, and excellence. The chance to make a real impact on the business’s future, driving both growth and profitability. The opportunity to lead a well-established, privately-owned company with a stable foundation and a strong market presence.
* Salary of £100,000 - £110,000 + Car allowance and a bonus structure linked to business success.