General Manager

Location: Kempston Hardwick

General Manager

Automation, Machine Tools, Special Purpose Equipment

Competitive Salary, Plus Car Allowance, Bonus and Benefits  

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead a dynamic, growth-oriented business? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company as a General Manager, with a focus on driving sales, business growth and performance to meet the corporate objectives and targets over the new 2 - 3 years. As an innovative organisation working within a niche market sector, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact while working alongside a high-performing team.

If you're passionate about driving business success and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, this could be the perfect role for you.

As a General Manager you will:

Lead and develop a close-knit team, fostering performance, accountability, and a collaborative culture.
Drive the company's strategic sales growth, aligning with group objectives to achieve sustainable revenue and margin improvement.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, engaging proactively with key accounts and expanding the product and solution portfolio.
Oversee all aspects of business operations, ensuring efficient performance and long-term financial stability.
Strengthen supplier relationships, onboard new suppliers, and enhance the company's competitiveness in automation and motion control.
Champion digital growth by driving the development of the company's online platform and expanding customer engagement through innovative digital marketing strategies.
The General Manager will bring:

Proven leadership experience with a track record of driving business growth and profitability.
Strong commercial acumen and the ability to develop and execute strategic plans.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
Experience in supplier development and negotiation, particularly within automation, special purpose equipment and/or related industries.
A results-driven mindset with the ability to inspire and motivate a team towards achieving common goals.
This role plays a pivotal part in the company's vision to innovate and grow within the automation, special purpose equipment and/or motion control sector. By leveraging strong supplier relationships, developing strategic partnerships, and driving operational excellence, the General Manager, will contribute to the company's long-term success and position as an industry leader.

Interested?:

Don't miss this opportunity to take your career to the next level. Apply now to become the General Manager, and lead a business into its next phase of growth and success.

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