Growth-Driven Business Manager: Strategy, P&L & Operations

Austin Matley Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Matley Ltd in Kent invites a commercially driven Business Manager to lead its next phase of growth within an established manufacturing operation. You will own performance, sales growth, profitability and day-to-day operations with autonomy and board exposure.

Reporting to the Group MD, you will drive strategy, develop key accounts, manage budgets and build a high-performing team in a hands-on, results-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Senior commercial or general management experience.
• Proven success in business development, sales and account growth.
• Strong financial understanding including P&L, margins and EBITDA.
• Experience managing teams, budgets and business performance.
• Commercially minded, proactive and able to make independent decisions.
• Experience in manufacturing, signage, print or related B2B is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead business strategy, growth and overall performance.
• Drive new business development and grow key customer accounts.
• Manage P&L performance, budgets, margins and cash generation.
• Improve operational efficiency, productivity and profitability.
• Lead and develop the team, building accountability and reducing senior management dependency.
• Report performance to the Board and develop business cases for investment and growth.

Skills

Business development

P&L management

Sales leadership

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Job description

Austin Matley Ltd in Kent invites a commercially driven Business Manager to lead its next phase of growth within an established manufacturing operation. You will own performance, sales growth, profitability and day-to-day operations with autonomy and board exposure.

Reporting to the Group MD, you will drive strategy, develop key accounts, manage budgets and build a high-performing team in a hands-on, results-focused environment.