Deputy Managing Director / Managing Director with key account management background, UK

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Deputy Managing Director to lead strategic growth in the UK market. This role is crucial for driving sales and operational excellence while preparing to succeed the current Managing Director. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in key account management and a proven track record in senior leadership roles. This opportunity offers professional development within a stable organization committed to sustainability and innovation. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will make a lasting impact on its success and growth.

Benefits

Company Car

Performance-Based Bonus

Career Growth Opportunities

Dynamic Work Environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior leadership roles within industrial companies.
• Strong background in UK or European key account management.
• Hands-on experience with project management and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to refine long-term strategies.
• Drive new customer acquisition and sales growth.
• Lead and inspire a management team for operational excellence.

Skills

Key Account Management

Sales Growth

Team Management

Strategic Leadership

Financial Acumen

Project Management

Education

Experience in Senior Leadership Roles

Job description

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Deputy Managing Director / Managing Director with key account management background, UK, Manchester

Client:

Prodensa Group s.r.o.

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

10

Posted:

15.04.2025

Expiry Date:

30.05.2025

Job Description:

Location: North West England, United Kingdom

About the Company:
Our client is a pioneering industrial leader, with over three decades of experience, and a strong international presence, operating in six countries. The company is committed to environmental stewardship, emphasizing a sustainable circular economy through innovative industrial processes. Their extensive product range serves diverse sectors, including agriculture, construction, and urban design, reflecting their dedication to quality and sustainability.

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales-oriented Manager to drive strategic business growth and ensure operational excellence within the UK operations. This role offers significant opportunities for professional development within a stable and forward-thinking organization and is meant to grow into a successor to the current Managing Director planning to retire with a bridging time of 12-18 months. A successful candidate will work closely with the company’s senior leadership team, gaining valuable insights into the business and contributing to its long-term success.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the management team to refine and execute long-term strategies, ensuring continuous improvement, sustained profitability and market competitiveness.
• Sales and Business Development: Leverage your experience in the UK key account management to strengthen customer relationships, drive new customers’ acquisition and sales growth for customized industrial products, and identify new business opportunities.
• Team Management: Lead and inspire a management team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional development.
• Operational Oversight: Provide hands-on support in commercial and technical areas, including strategic account management, project execution, operational problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Financial Acumen: Monitor financial performance, contribute to budgeting processes, and ensure profitability while managing cost challenges (e.g., energy and labor costs).

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven track record in senior leadership roles, equivalent or aiming to naturally grow into the target role, within industrial companies manufacturing and selling both technical ready-made and customized products.
• Strong background in UK or European key account management, with demonstrated success in driving sales and building long-term customer relationships.
• Hands-on experience with project management and strategic decision-making in a business environment facing cost and operational challenges.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate teams and manage diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Residency within North West England area, given the importance of onsite presence.
• Capacity for business travel to clients and potential customers around the UK and for Group meetings abroad – up to 30 percent of the time.
• A mature ambitious and results-driven professional with a desire to contribute to the company’s long-term success and drive change.
• Honesty and high ethical standards and unwavering integrity in business practices.
• Strong sense of reliability, ensuring follow-through on commitments and delivering consistent results.
• A balanced approach to decision-making, with the ability to lead under pressure and in challenging circumstances.
• Team player with empathy and interpersonal skills to build trust and strong relationships both within and outside the organization.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to drive growth while maintaining long-term stability.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in a well-established and respected organization.
• Contributing to an innovative organization committed to sustainability and delivering long-term value to its customers and the environment.
• Supportive and collaborative team of professionals in a dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Career growth opportunities with a clear path to leadership and management of the UK branch in 2 phases: 1. Leading sales, being part of the senior leadership team, 2. Taking on MD role.
• Competitive fixed salary, benchmarked against market standards.
• Performance-based bonus tied to the company's success.
• Company car for personal and professional use.