Managing Director

Theaker James Consulting; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job description

Established in 1889, the Lowe and Fletcher Group employs over 1,000 employees across its Locking Systems and Fire Safety Divisions. Our longevity gives us the perspective and stability to continue to develop, grow and innovate, investing in all aspects of our business to address the needs of our market. We are seeking an exceptional Managing Director for our BLE Smoke and Fire Curtains organisation, based in Sheffield.

The Fire Safety Division designs, sources, supplies, installs and maintains fire and smoke curtains in the business-to-business sector. The division is currently made up of three companies, one of which is BLE Smoke and Fire Curtains Ltd. The business designs and manufactures gravity fail-safe smoke and fire curtains that offer the latest in electronic technology and product certification, making its products the first choice with designers, architects and engineers. With new products coming to market and a strong pipeline, the business is in a very strong position to grow.

As Managing Director, your objectives will include providing oversight and support for the business; maximising revenue in current and new markets; contributing to the development and launch of new products; ensuring strong alignment with distributor partners; maximising margins; and enhancing the BLE brand.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Developing a strategy for profitable growth for the business with the Group Managing Director, Fire Safety Division;
2. Implementing this strategy in a clear, cohesive and decisive manner across all departments;
3. Setting and achieving annual budgets;
4. Ensuring timely, accurate and monthly reporting on the performance of the business to the Group Managing Director, Fire Safety Division;
5. Developing and maintaining a capable and effective management team;
6. Ensuring the development of excellent customer and supplier relationships.

You will bring extensive experience of running complex manufacturing businesses, ideally selling into the construction sector at specification stage.