General Manager

General Manager

A leading global supplier of natural food ingredients (spices, essential oils, food colouring) has an immediate requirement for an experienced General Manager to manage, develop, and grow the UK business.

Key Skills: General Manager, business leader, food industry, business development, sales

Location: Hybrid but ideally in East Midlands area, Peterborough, Leicester, Northamptonshire, Kettering, Corby, NN18 8LH

Salary: Circa £70,000 – £80,000 bonus/benefits (TBC)

The current operation in the UK is well-organised but small, and as General Manager, your role will be to develop and grow the UK business to help it reach its full potential.

Responsibilities:

1. Set the strategic direction for the UK company
2. Oversee the organisation's daily operations
3. Full P&L responsibility
4. Grow and develop the sales team
5. Regular reporting to Senior Board members

As General Manager, you will have extensive experience within the food industry. A technical education would be an advantage, but proven experience in growing a small company is essential. This is a hands-on role, and you will be leading by example. A previous sales background is also essential.

The role will suit individuals currently working as Managing Director, CEO, COO, Managing Partner, Operations Manager, Sales Director, or Business Development Director.