Managing Director : remote

TipTopJob; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative organization focused on women in the food supply chain seeks a Managing Director to lead operations and drive commercial growth. This part-time role offers flexibility while making a significant impact on the industry. You will coach a high-performing team, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with governance frameworks. Ideal for strategic thinkers who thrive in dynamic environments, this position allows you to shape the future of the organization and contribute to global industry change. Join a mission-driven team and make a difference in the food sector.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior leadership roles focused on operational delivery.
• Strong expertise in budgeting and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and supporting a small team to enhance performance.
• Leading daily operations and ensuring process efficiency.
• Overseeing financial planning and ensuring revenue targets are met.

Skills

Operational Delivery

Commercial Growth

Budgeting and Financial Management

Team Coaching and Development

Governance Knowledge

Hands-on Problem Solving

Tools

Online Systems

Job description

The global network for women who work with or in the meat and food supply chain is looking for a Managing Director to oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring exceptional value to delivery partners and operations efficiency.

Operating in the UK, Ireland, and Australia, they collaborate with over 50 commercial partners and are recognised by the United Nations as contributing to Sustainable Development Goal 5.

This is a part-time role (flexible hours) with a fixed term of two years, ideal for someone seeking work-life balance while making a significant global impact. You will play a pivotal part in expanding impact across the food sector and shaping the future of the organisation and industry.

As Managing Director, Your Responsibilities Will Include

1. Coaching and supporting a small team, fostering collaboration and high performance.
2. Leading daily operations, enhancing accountability and process efficiency.
3. Ensuring governance structures and risk management plans support sustainable growth.
4. Collaborating with the Chair and Board to align operational plans with long-term goals.
5. Overseeing financial planning and budgeting, ensuring revenue targets are met.
6. Providing insights through financial modelling and analysis to inform strategic decisions.
7. Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
8. Evaluating and allocating resources effectively to maximise impact and efficiency.
9. Designing and managing workflows to enhance operational delivery and productivity.
10. Exceptional relationship building by cultivating and maintaining strong partnerships with clients, stakeholders, and industry leaders, fostering trust and collaboration that leads to mutual success and ongoing business development.
11. Managing online systems for seamless revenue tracking and operational efficiency.
12. Identifying opportunities to leverage technology for process enhancement and revenue generation.

We're Looking For a Managing Director With

• A proven track record in senior leadership roles focused on operational delivery and commercial growth.
• Strong expertise in budgeting and financial management.
• Proven experience in coaching and developing high-performing teams.
• Familiarity with online systems to support operational processes.
• Knowledge of governance, legal, and regulatory frameworks.
• Willingness to engage in hands-on execution and problem-solving.

We seek an individual who values flexibility and work-life balance while contributing to global industry change. You are an entrepreneurial, commercial, strategic thinker with a strong action orientation, comfortable with both high-level planning and detailed execution. Detail-oriented yet results-driven, you thrive in dynamic environments and inspire others to achieve objectives. A passion for team development and meaningful outcomes is essential, with knowledge of the food industry and partnership organisations being a bonus.

For this role as Managing Director, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.

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