Lead the future of a thriving packaging business. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a well-established packaging operation with ambitious growth plans and the backing to make them happen. You'll have the autonomy to shape business strategy, drive operational excellence and influence long-term success while leading a talented team across sales, operations and manufacturing. In return, you'll enjoy a highly competitive executive package, the opportunity to make a lasting impact, and the satisfaction of leading a business that values innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement.

Managing Director | Packaging | South UK| £to attract the best

This well-established business designs and manufactures high-quality packaging solutions for customers across a wide range of industries. Renowned for its innovative approach, exceptional customer service and commitment to sustainability, the company combine the agility of a local manufacturer with the strength, investment and resources of a nationwide network, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to ambitious growth plans within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading the overall strategic direction and performance of the business

• Driving profitable growth through the development and execution of commercial strategies

• Managing the day-to-day operations across manufacturing, sales, finance and customer service

• Developing and implementing business plans, budgets and long-term growth objectives

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key customers, suppliers and stakeholders

Key attributes required:

• Proven leadership experience within packaging manufacturing

• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering profitable business growth

• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute long-term business plans

• Inspirational leadership style with a passion for developing high-performingteams

• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

If you're a commercially driven leader with a passion for developing people and growing profitable businesses, this is your chance to leave a lasting legacy.