General Manager
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North Wales / North West
Excellent bonus and company car + benefits
Our client is a well-established and highly profitable specialist business supplying products into the plumbing, heating and trade sectors across the UK and Ireland.
Backed by the strength of a larger international group while operating with the agility of an SME, the business has ambitious growth plans and is looking for a commercially driven General Manager to lead the next phase of its development. This is a genuine succession opportunity, offering the successful candidate a clear pathway to Managing Director.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and commercial performance of the business, driving sustainable growth while leading a small, dedicated team.
Key responsibilities include:
Developing and delivering the commercial growth strategyDriving sales, profitability and market shareManaging key customer relationships and national accountsIdentifying new business opportunities and routes to marketLeading product development and range expansionDeveloping pricing strategies and improving marginsManaging budgets, forecasts and P&L performanceWorking closely with group functions including Purchasing, Finance and OperationsLeading, motivating and developing the teamAbout YouYou'll be a commercially driven leader with experience growing businesses, leading high-performing teams and delivering profitable results. You'll likely be working as a General Manager, Commercial Director, Sales Director, Business Unit Director or in a similar senior leadership role.
Experience within manufacturing, trade distribution, plumbing, heating, building products, tools or industrial sectors would be advantageous, alongside strong commercial acumen and P&L responsibility.
Most importantly, you'll be ambitious, hands-on and excited by the opportunity to lead a successful business with a genuine pathway to Managing Director.
What's on Offer?£65,000-£80,000 basic salaryUp to £15,000 annual performance bonusCompany carPension scheme34 days annual leave (increasing with service)Life assuranceLaptop, mobile phone and iPadEmployee discount schemeGenuine career progression to Managing DirectorThis is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious commercial leader looking to take ownership of a successful business and make a lasting impact.
Apply today for a confidential discussion.