Managing Director
Recruiter: 1492 Search
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Six figure package
Application date: 5th Nov 2025
We’re seeking an action oriented Managing Director to drive top-line growth for a profitable subcontract manufacturing business.
Operating with the backing of a strong parent group yet enjoying full autonomy, this business is built on solid foundations, a legacy of the current incumbent:
• A highly efficient, well-invested manufacturing operation
• A motivated and experienced team
• Strong profitability and group support
However, growth has plateaued in the last 12–18 months. We now need an energetic, glass-half-full leader who can get the business in front of the right customers, inspire the team, and generate innovative, winning tenders in markets with long lead times and high tooling cost barriers to entry.
What you’ll bring:
• Proven track record of delivering top-line growth in subcontract engineering/manufacturing – essential
• People-first leadership style – able to inspire, support, and lead from the front – essential
• Board-level experience (Managing Director, Sales, Marketing, or Commercial Director, or equivalent) – essential
• Deep understanding of marketing a manufacturing or engineering service to industrial markets – preferred
• Mechanical engineering background – preferred
• Experience across multiple sectors (Construction products, Off-highway, Powergen, Rail, OEM manufacture, Medical, Aerospace) – preferred
Why this role?
This is not a turnaround project. It’s an exciting opportunity to take a well-run, profitable business and make it even stronger. With autonomy, support, and the tools to succeed, you’ll be empowered to optimise, grow, and create something truly special.