General Manager (AE612366)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead its UK operations. This role involves full P&L ownership, strategic leadership, and driving a high-performing team culture. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in sales and business development within the B2B sector, particularly in the chemical or manufacturing industries. This is a unique opportunity to shape the commercial vision and drive execution in a competitive market. If you are an entrepreneurial leader passionate about achieving sales excellence, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven senior-level B2B experience in chemical or manufacturing industries.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Full P&L ownership and financial management for the UK market.
• Strategic leadership across technical, R&D, and commercial teams.

Skills

Leadership

Sales Strategy

Business Development

Stakeholder Management

Financial Management

Education

Business Degree

MBA

Job description

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General Manager – London – £ Excellent package, DOE

Are you a proven leader who inspires and motivates cross-functional teams?

Do you understand the drivers of commercial success in a B2B company?

A world-leading personal care ingredient supplier is seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead their UK business and international distributors.

With a background in Sales or Business Development, the General Manager will provide clear commercial vision and leadership, setting strategy and driving execution.

Key Areas of Responsibility :

• Full P&L ownership, budgeting and financial management for the UK and distributor markets
• Competitive strategy development for sales, business development and customer intelligence
• Strategic leadership across all UK technical, R&D and commercial teams
• Overseeing key client relationship management and strategic account development
• Senior team mentoring, management and motivation
• Build a high-performing, collaborative and customer-centric team culture

Candidate Requirements:

• Business degree, preferably MBA
• Significant senior-level B2B experience, ideally in the chemical or manufacturing industries, including International
• Proven track record in Sales or Business Development strategy and execution
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

This role will suit a dynamic and entrepreneurial individual who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, overcoming obstacles and setting new sales records.

Arthur Edward is a leading beauty, personal care and FMCG recruitment agency. We find top talent along the product lifecycle to innovate, launch and market bestselling cosmetic and beauty products.