General Manager

We are looking for a hands‑on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background. We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff.

BASIC SALARY: GBP 80,000 – GBP 100,000

• A Bonus
• A Car or Car Allowance
• A Pension
• A Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical
• A Life assurance
• A 25 days holiday

LOCATION:

An office‑based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire.

As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You’ll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager.

• Lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group; business generation and customer‑facing role.
• Set sales objectives and strategies and motivate the sales team.
• Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P and L circa GBP 10m t/o), including coaching and motivating.
• Work with and develop the team of direct reports and oversee the development of all indirect reports.
• Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business.
• Help drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities.
• Demonstrate operational excellence managing inventory, logistics and assembly teams.

• Varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. Aptitude and interest to learn will be valued.
• Gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business.
• Experience managing a multi‑million‑pound P and L.
• Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, a hands‑on candidate who enjoys the many hats elements of SME business.