Job Description

Based in Chard, Somerset, my client blends quality British craftsmanship with innovation and care, empowering individuals to maintain their independence-no matter the weather. Their ambition is straightforward: to become the leading manufacturer in their industry, in the UK, capturing 10% market share within five years while establishing a foundation for international expansion. They are entering an exciting growth phase by scaling operations, enhancing automation, and exploring strategic acquisitions, all in preparation for future investment and a potential sale.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a General Manager to act as the strategic and operational lead of My Client. Reporting directly to the Owner/CEO, this pivotal role is designed to execute our growth and exit strategy while laying the groundwork for a future transition into the Managing Director position. For the right candidate, this role offers substantial career advancement opportunities within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
The ideal individual will possess a strong commercial mindset, proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or mobility-related business, and the ability to translate strategic vision into measurable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations, ensuring excellence in production, quality, and customer service.
• Drive growth initiatives aimed at achieving a 10% UK market share within five years.
• Develop and implement commercial and operational strategies to enhance efficiency and profitability.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team aligned with our values and growth objectives.
• Strengthen relationships with distributors, retailers, and key partners across the mobility sector.
• Identify opportunities for process automation, innovation, and market expansion.
• Collaborate with the Owner to prepare the business for scaling and eventual exit strategies.
• Manage P&L performance and report regularly on financial and operational KPIs.

About You

• Proven experience as a General Manager, Production Manager, or in a similar role within the manufacturing sector, preferably anything fabric related.
• Strong commercial acumen with practical experience managing production budgets and P&L responsibilities.
• Established leadership experience with a track record of driving operational efficiency, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on experience in executing operational plans and delivering measurable results.
• Excellent communicator and leader with the ability to inspire teams and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ambitious, reliable, and motivated by the challenge of driving a growing SME towards market leadership.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package of 50k - 60k plus a performance-based bonus.
• Performance-linked equity opportunity upon reaching key milestones.
• A chance to play a crucial role in leading one of the UK's fastest-growing manufacturing brands within this sector, with a clear roadmap toward becoming the Managing Director.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, growth-focused culture.

Join us in shaping the future of mobility solutions! If you are driven by success and ready to take on a significant leadership role, we would love to hear from you.
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