Managing Director required to join a Global manufacturing business based near Hastings, East Sussex. The Managing Director will be responsible for running UK, European & Middle Eastoperations, mainly at their UK facility in Hasting, but including Germany and other additional locations. International travel will be expected as part of position.The successful Managing Director will have overall responsibility for the UK, European & Middle East regional P&L, driving growth alongside operational leadership. Youll have a proven track record as a Managing Director or similar senior leadership position, ideally with a technical, engineering or scientific background. Package £100,000 - £130,000 depending on experience Company car Bonus plan Role Control and overseeUK, European & Middle Eastoperations business operations. Office based in the Hastings, East Sussex with international travel to EMEA regions, including Germany UK, European & Middle East operations 100 employees, circa 90 in the UK, including manufacturing, sales, purchasing, Quality, HR. Design and drive business strategies, advise the board and implement business plans Responsibility for regional P&L Working for a manufacturer of engineering, technical and scientific equipment Lead the EMEIA Senior Leadership Team and work in collaboration global leaders Owning the regional budget Drive Continual Improvement Representing the company at public events and attending conferences Commercially focused, interfacing with key strategic customers and vendors within the region Promoting a positive working environment and driving company values across the EMEIA region Office based in Hastings with international travel, East Sussex Requirements Proven experience in a senior leadership position or as a Managing Director, MD or similar An engineering, technical, high tech or scientific background would be preferred An engineering, technical or scientific Degree or similar would be advantageous Experience managing similar size business (circa 100 employees), or multisite experience, international corporation, or looking to step up and build upon key leadership experience Commercially focused, with the ability to engage with customers and vendors across the region Experience developing and implementing strategic and business plans International travel with overnight stays when needed Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills Commutable to Hasting, East Sussex or willing to relocate