Our client, a privately owned leader in a niche segment of the UK food manufacturing sector, seeks a dynamic Managing Director to spearhead growth during an exciting transformation phase.

With a strong heritage of community impact and employee focus, this established business prioritises ethical practices and innovation across it's product offering.

Role Overview

The Managing Director will lead the senior team and steer the business strategy alongside the Board, ensuring sustainable profitability within an open, integrity-driven culture.

Key responsibilities include crafting and executing a long-term growth plan, hitting commercial and operational targets, and expanding market share in a competitive landscape.

You'll foster a high-performing leadership team aligned with core values like passion, innovation, and quality, while embedding people-centric practices amid expansion.

Drive broader distribution channels, advance international partnerships, and leverage consumer insights for a robust innovation pipeline that keeps the business ahead of rivals.

Maintain top-tier quality, safety, and trust standards, acting as the visible ambassador for employees, stakeholders, and customers alike.

Ideal Candidate

An accomplished leader with proven Board-level experience in family-oriented or ethically focused food manufacturing businesses.

You'll bring substantial general management expertise in fast-paced environments, excelling at inspiring large teams toward commercial success and customer obsession.

Strong financial acumen in budgeting, forecasting, and investment programs is essential, paired with sharp analytical skills and emotional intelligence.

Flex between hands-on leadership and strategic vision, with a track record in growth initiatives and project delivery. Excellent communicators who roll up sleeves when needed, you'll earn quick respect through energy and ambition, potentially stepping up from a Commercial Director role in a respected food or drink firm.

If this aligns with your expertise and you're ready for a rewarding challenge, we'd love to discuss further.  Please get in touch for more information or apply with your CV today.