Managing Director

UBT; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

UBT in Chesterfield, UK, is seeking a commercially driven Managing Director to lead a high‑growth manufacturing business, accelerating revenue growth and strategic expansion.

You will shape strategy, lead acquisitions from sourcing to integration, and build a high‑performing commercial engine in partnership with ownership to reach the £55m revenue target by 2030.

This role offers executive leadership, a generous package and equity participation for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering sales-driven growth in manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Experience as MD/CEO or senior commercial leader ready to step up.
• Background in businesses £15m-£50m+.
• Exposure to M&A activity including integration.
• Ability to work closely with ownership and externally represent the business.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales-led growth across UK and international markets.
• Shape and evolve the product portfolio to maximise market competitiveness and margin.
• Lead acquisitions, from sourcing through to integration.
• Build and inspire a high‑performance leadership and sales team.
• Position the business for long‑term scale and value creation.

Skills

MD experience

Revenue growth

Leadership

M&A exposure

Scale-up experience

Job description

Managing Director - High-Growth Manufacturing Business

Location: Chesterfield, UK | Full-Time | Executive Leadership

Salary: £150,000 - £200,000 per annum depending on experience + bonus + LTIPs + car and more

The Opportunity

Lead the next phase of ambitious growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial family business

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a commercially driven, sales‑led Managing Director to lead a highly respected UK manufacturer and supplier of door controls and hardware into its next phase of expansion.

With current revenues of £22.5m and £4.3m EBITDA, and a clear strategic roadmap to reach £55m by 2030, the business is entering a pivotal stage of its journey. Backed by an ambitious ownership group and strengthened through recent acquisition activity, the organisation is poised for accelerated growth across product innovation, market expansion, and M&A.

This is not a traditional MD role. It is a mandate to drive growth, shape strategy, and build a high‑performing commercial engine capable of scaling a multi‑entity group.

You will:

• Drive sales‑led growth across UK and international markets
• Shape and evolve the product portfolio to maximise market competitiveness and margin
• Lead and execute acquisitions, from sourcing through to integration
• Build and inspire a high‑performance leadership and sales team
• Position the business for long‑term scale and value creation

Strategic Focus Areas

Product Leadership

Own and evolve a commercially aligned product strategy, ensuring the portfolio is optimised for market demand, differentiation, and pricing power. Work closely with engineering and manufacturing to accelerate innovation and range expansion.

Market Expansion

Lead a proactive commercial strategy to grow share in existing markets while unlocking new geographies and sectors. Build robust sales structures, develop key partnerships, and personally influence major customer relationships.

M&A and Integration

Take full ownership of the acquisition agenda-identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and integrating target businesses that accelerate growth and strengthen the group offering.

What Success Looks Like

• Clear trajectory from £22.5m to £55m revenue by 2030
• Expansion into new markets and geographies
• A strengthened, market‑leading product portfolio
• Successful completion and integration of acquisitions
• A scalable, high‑performing commercial and leadership structure

Requirements

The Candidate

You are a hands‑on, commercially astute leader with a proven track record of delivering sales‑driven growth in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

You will bring:

• Experience as a Managing Director, CEO, or senior commercial leader ready to step up
• A demonstrable history of personally driving revenue growth-not just overseeing it
• Background in businesses of similar scale (£15m-£50m+)
• Exposure to M&A activity, including integration
• The credibility and presence to operate closely with ownership and represent the business externally

Experience in building products, construction‑related sectors, or international expansion will be advantageous.

Benefits

• Salary: £150,000 - £200,000 depending on experience
• Profit share bonus scheme
• Long‑term incentive plans (LTIPs)
• Company car or car allowance

Why Join?

Entrepreneurial environment with real autonomy and influence

Clear growth trajectory backed by defined strategic pillars

Opportunity to shape a group of businesses, not just a single entity

Equity participation potential for the right individual

A chance to leave a lasting mark on a scaling UK manufacturing success story

About the Business

The company is a well‑established UK manufacturer and supplier of door controls and hardware, known for quality, innovation, and strong customer relationships. With a growing group structure and ambitious leadership, it is building a platform for long‑term, sustainable expansion across multiple markets and sectors.

If you are a growth‑focused leader ready to take ownership of an ambitious scale‑up journey, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

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