Job Description
Parkinson Lee Executive Search are currently recruiting on behalf of a highly reputable and innovative company in the Environmental Management Sector, seeking a people-centric and visionary UK Managing Director to spearhead its operations across two key divisions. The company is known for its global reach, strong market presence, and commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that set industry standards.
About the Company
This organisation has established itself as a global leader through an innovative and flexible approach that has driven consistent growth and expansion into key markets across the UK, Europe, Australia, USA, and China. The company has reinforced its commitment to long-term, sustainable success, making it an exciting time to join the leadership team.
With a substantial annual turnover and a solid profit margin, the company continues to expand its market share through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Its two main divisions are integral to this success: one focuses on manufacturing and distributing high-quality pest control products, while the other specializes in the assembly and distribution of technologically advanced pest control equipment.
The Role
As the UK Managing Director, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of both divisions, ensuring sustainable growth in sales and profitability. This high-impact role requires a dual focus: transforming one division to enhance operational effectiveness and customer service while nurturing and expanding the established teams within the other division.
* For the first division, your priority will be to drive operational effectiveness by streamlining processes, systems, and leadership structures, enhancing profitability, supply chain efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
* In the second division, your focus will be on nurturing and engaging with key management to ensure continued commercial success, maintaining well-controlled processes that guide teams through change, and fostering a culture of innovation and agility.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Leadership: Lead UK operations, driving growth and profitability across both divisions while ensuring alignment with the company's global strategic objectives.
* Operational Management: Conduct a thorough review of the first division's business operations to identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions.
* Budget Management: Work closely with the Group Managing Director and Financial Director to set and deliver on sales and expense budgets.
* Stakeholder Representation: Act as the primary representative for both divisions, building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Supplier Relations: Establish and nurture relationships with key suppliers to integrate them into the business’s strategic objectives.
* Product Development: Identify and introduce new products that align with customer needs and contribute to the company’s profitability.
* Team Leadership: Motivate and manage senior management teams, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals.
* Quality Assurance: Uphold the highest standards of quality across all operations, ensuring the company’s reputation for excellence is maintained.
* Legal Compliance: Ensure that all operations meet relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
* Health & Safety: Oversee health and safety standards, ensuring continuous improvement and compliance.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will possess 10+ years of experience in senior management, with a proven track record of driving growth and profitability within a manufacturing and distribution environment. Strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach are essential to ensure both strategic goals and operational efficiencies are achieved.
You will be a strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen, capable of making sound decisions that balance immediate operational needs with long-term growth objectives. Your leadership style should be people-centric, fostering a positive and productive work culture that drives team engagement and performance.
What’s on Offer
This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus structure, and an attractive benefits package, including a generous holiday entitlement, pension scheme, and health and wellness benefits. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a thriving business with a strong global footprint.
If you are a strategic leader with a passion for driving growth and innovation, this confidential opportunity could be the perfect next step in your career. Apply now to join a company that values leadership, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.
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