Managing Director

 

Main characteristics

Location

Thatcham, Berkshire

Company

Shorterm Group

Employment type

Permanent

Category

Automotive / Aerospace

Job summary

Title: Managing Director
Location: United Kingdom (Thatcham, Berkshire)
Salary: Negotiable (POA) (Car Allowance, OTE, Benefits)
Start: ASAP

Role Purpose:
My client has a clear strategy for its Vehicle Mobility Division, aiming to develop a strong and broad-based business that can provide Adapted Vehicles to all key markets in the UK. To achieve this vision, we are seeking an experienced Managing Director with proven leadership skills, a commercial mindset in terms of selling and procurement, and a strong ability to problem solve and make sound decisions that encourage continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to grow into a divisional role that will cover sites across the UK.

Key Interfaces:
Internal: You will collaborate closely with the Engineering, Financial & Commercial Directors, Operations & After-Care Managers, as well as the General Managers of any stand-alone Hire & Used businesses (if acquired). Additionally, you will work closely with Head Office and Divisional Management.
External: Your role will involve engaging with key B2B Customers, Vehicle OEMs, Motability, and essential Suppliers.

Duties of the Managing Director:
As the Managing Director, your key responsibilities will include:

* Leading the company and ensuring all employees buy into the company's vision.
* Setting the overall strategic direction of the company alongside the Board.
* Planning and implementing long-term business strategies to achieve the company's objectives.
* Meeting with stakeholders on a regular basis to review the company's financial performance.
* Effectively managing this Group of businesses to ensure best practices are followed, costs are controlled, and the Company maximizes revenue generation and operating profit.
* Setting budgets and company-wide KPIs to continuously improve company performance in all areas.
* Analysing opportunities for growth in market segments to drive profitability.
* Overseeing the regular advance purchase of vehicles in line with projected customer demand to ensure continuous assembly plant loading.
* Developing strong relationships with the key Vehicle OEMs and their distributors.
* Building a strong relationship with key customers, including Motability and large B2B accounts.
* Taking a keen interest in the WAV/Conversion Industry and the main trade bodies, including WAVCA and SMMT.
* Keeping a close eye on technical developments in the Industry and guiding the business, alongside other Directors, to address these changes in a timely manner.
* Implementing effective succession planning for senior members of the company to ensure seamless departmental management.

Background of the Managing Director:
To be successful in this role, you should have the following qualifications and experience:

* Proven track record of successfully managing similar-sized organizations, ideally within a Special Purpose Vehicle / Converter / Specialist Vehicle sales business.
* Proven working experience as a Managing Director, Commercial Director, or equivalent relevant role.
* Proven operational track record in a smaller business that requires a "hands-on" "can-do" attitude.
* Sound knowledge of the vehicle conversion / SPV / B2B vehicle conversion Industry would be beneficial.

Key Skills & Desirable Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following skills and qualifications:

* An ability to plan, coordinate, and provide leadership in all sales and commercial aspects of the business.
* An ability to delegate and manage multiple operations effectively.
* Ideally Degree level; however, HNC/HND will be considered with the right experience / track record.
* Good written and oral communication skills to support decisions and recommendations.
* Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and natural leader / motivator.
* Knowledge and awareness of up-to-date digital marketing and selling techniques.
* Target-driven and results-focused individual.
* Proficiency in MS Office and understanding of the key attributes and benefits of a strong CRM system.
* Able to learn quickly and adapt positively to changing business and customer demands.

Join our dynamic team and lead the way in providing accessible and adapted vehicles across the UK. Apply now and help shape the future of mobility solutions for all