Managing Director

Lead Growth. Build Markets. Shape the Future.

Are you a commercially driven leader with the ambition to build, grow and leave a lasting impact?

An internationally recognised pump manufacturer is seeking an exceptional Managing Director to lead its UK operations during an exciting phase of growth and market expansion.

This is far more than a management role. It is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing business, influence strategy, develop people, and drive market leadership across some of the UK's most critical industries.

With a strong foundation already in place, you will be empowered to accelerate growth across Water and Wastewater while unlocking significant opportunities in Chemical Processing, Mining, Food & Beverage, and other industrial sectors.

For the right individual, this role offers the rare combination of autonomy, leadership, commercial influence, and long-term career progression within a successful international organisation.

The Opportunity

As the Managing Director, you will be the driving force behind the UK business. You will lead a talented and dedicated team, develop key customer relationships, identify new growth opportunities, and create a high-performance culture focused on delivering exceptional results.

You will work directly with senior international leadership and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the business in one of its most important markets.

If you enjoy building businesses, winning major projects, developing people, and making things happen, this role offers an outstanding platform to do exactly that.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Driving Business Growth

• Develop and execute an ambitious growth strategy for the UK market.
• Increase revenue, profitability, and market share across multiple industry sectors.
• Identify and capture new opportunities with utilities, contractors, OEMs, consultants, distributors, and end users.
• Lead the pursuit of strategic projects and long-term framework agreements.
• Strengthen the company's position as a trusted solutions partner within critical industrial markets.

Leading a High-Performing Team

• Inspire, develop, and lead a small but highly capable UK team.
• Create a culture built around accountability, collaboration, customer focus, and success.
• Coach and mentor individuals to achieve their full potential.
• Build organisational capability to support future growth.

Being the Face of the Business

• Represent the company at the highest levels across the UK market.
• Develop long-term relationships with customers, industry stakeholders, and strategic partners.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and exhibitions, building visibility and influence within target markets.
• Act as a trusted advisor to customers, helping solve complex operational challenges.

Delivering Operational Excellence

• Ensure outstanding customer service and project execution.
• Oversee forecasting, budgeting, and business performance.
• Collaborate closely with international colleagues across engineering, operations, service, and product management.
• Drive continuous improvement throughout the organisation.

Who We're Looking For

You are an energetic and commercially astute leader who thrives on growth, accountability, and achievement.

You enjoy operating at both strategic and operational levels and have a proven ability to inspire teams while delivering measurable business results.

You will likely bring:

• Leadership experience within industrial engineering, pumps, process equipment, or related technical sectors.
• A strong track record of delivering profitable sales growth.
• Experience selling into Water & Wastewater markets.
• Exposure to Chemical, Mining, Food & Beverage, or Industrial Manufacturing sectors.
• Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• A passion for developing people and creating winning teams.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to make a genuine impact.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to step into a leadership position where your contribution will be visible, valued, and rewarded.

Ready to Lead the Next Chapter?

We're looking for a leader who sees opportunity where others see challenges. Someone who can inspire a team, build lasting customer relationships, and drive sustainable growth.

If you're ready to take ownership of a business, shape its future, and leave your mark on a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

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