Managing Director
Industrial - Engineering - MRO
Privately Owned | UK HQ
This is not just a job.
It's a succession opportunity.
Location:
Central England (Coventry, Leicester, Birmingham, Northampton or surrounding areas)
We are seeking a high-potential Senior Executive / Senior Leader who is ready to step into a Managing Director remit within a privately owned, international technology-led manufacturing group operating across the MRO, Industrial, Engineering and allied supply sectors.
With over 15 years of sustained growth, this group has built a reputation for innovation, autonomy, and long-term thinking.
Each international subsidiary operates with genuine independence, and this role represents full P&L ownership of the UK / Group HQ operation, with the backing of engaged owners and an experienced incumbent MD for full handover.
The Opportunity:
This is a Managing Director Designate role, offering a structured, supportive and fast track transition into full MD responsibility.
You will initially work alongside the current Managing Director in a mentoring-led handover, gaining deep insight into the business, its people, customers, and growth strategy — before assuming full MD status.
The remit is broad, autonomous, and commercially driven:
Lead and grow the UK / HQ business
Drive sales, marketing, and commercial strategy
Own operational performance and financial outcomes
Develop people, culture, and leadership capability
Represent the business at board and shareholder level
Who We're Looking For:
We're looking for someone special.
A commercially sharp, people-centric leader with the ambition, gravitas, and capability to run a business in its entirety.
You will most likely come from the MRO Supply Chain, Engineering Supplies, Industrial Equipment or allied product supply industries and already operate at Senior Leadership level, with a clear upward career trajectory toward MD.
Your Background Will Include:
Senior leadership experience within the market sector you are in.
Strong understanding of complex distribution routes to market and fragmented supply chains.
A proven record of Sales growth and Commercial performance.
Experience managing a business or business unit with real accountability.
Exposure to international trading environments (desirable).
Strong analytical and IT capability, able to turn data into actionable strategy.
A passion for technology and technical products.
The gravitas and confidence to influence at board and owner level.
You'll be ambitious, resilient, and comfortable with challenge — but equally collaborative, values-led, and committed to developing people.
Package:
Highly competitive salary (circa £100k+, negotiable) + Excellent benefits
Fast track to MD appointment rising remuneration (£150k)
Performance-related bonus
Company car
Pension
Clear progression to full Managing Director
Structured mentoring and handover from incumbent MD
Meet the Employer:
Initial online “Meet the Employer” sessions will be conducted by our exclusive recruitment partner Glen Shepherd.
📞 Call Glen for a confidential conversation: 07977 266309 📧 Or email your CV:
We are hiring now — if you're ready to take the final step into a Managing Director role within a high-growth, privately owned, international tech manufacturer, this is your moment.
JOB REF: 4318GSA
Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background.
We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to support you ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Coventry, England
Start: 25/04/2026
Salary / Rate: £100000 - £150000 per annum + performance related bonus, car, pension
Posted: 2026-03-25 10:06:32
Field Sales Executive
I am currently looking for a Field Sales Executive to join a market-leading company supplying specialist products into the automotive aftermarket.
This opportunity would suit an experienced Field Sales Executive with aftermarket experience, or a successful field sales professional from another sector looking for a new challenge.
This role is also an excellent next step for a high-performing Internal Sales or Telesales professional ready to progress their career into a field-based sales role.
Joining this market leading businesses in the Automotive Aftermarket can offer great earning potential, ongoing support, ongoing training, personal development, supportive work colleagues and realistic career or further development.
Location: Dartford, Tonbridge, South East London, Redhill, Medway, Croydon, Brighton, Kingston upon Thames, Canterbury
Salary: £28K basic (OTE £38K) + Bonus + Company Car + 24 days Leave (inc BH 32 days total) + Pension + Benefits + Hours: Monday to Friday (NO Weekends)
What You'll Be Doing:
Visiting bodyshops, garages, and repair centres across your region
Demonstrating cutting-edge refinishing, paint, and repair products
Talking to technicians, bodyshop managers, and paint pros
Promoting new lines and helping customers find the best solutions
Building long-term relationships with fellow car enthusiasts
Who We're Looking For:
Someone with a strong interest in cars, car bodywork, or accident repair
Ideally hands-on - maybe from a bodyshop or mechanical background
Confident communicator who enjoys talking to people
Sales experience is great, but not essential - we'll train you!
Full UK driving licence is essential
Register Your Interest:
Interested in starting a rewarding sales career with full training and progression? Send your CV to Robert Cox, Glen Callum Associates Ltd: / 07398 204832 Glen Callum Associates Ltd - Automotive Aftermarket Recruitment Specialists
JOB REF: 4338RC
Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background.
We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to support you.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
We are unable to offer sponsorship. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: South East London, England
Start: 24/04/2026
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £38000 per annum + £28k basic (OTE £38k) + bonus + car
Posted: 2026-03-24 11:46:11
