General Manager

General Manager – SME (£5M+ turnover - 35+ Staff)Proven Commercial - Setting and driving Sales & Commercial strategy & Operational Leadership in Manufacturing/Engineering SMEs Loughborough — Onsite, 5 Days per WeekExciting challenge within a growing Engineering & Manufacturing team and able to lead and take a business from Good to Great.£90K–£110K Base + Bonus upto 40% + Share Options + CAR + Private Healthcare + BenefitsThe OpportunityWe’re seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a thriving manufacturing & scientific organisation. This is a business with strong foundations, ambitious growth plans, and part of a strong group...It’s a role for a proven leader who thrives on driving both commercial and operational growth, while bringing people with them on the journey.The RoleLead and inspire a 30+ strong team across sales, operations, manufacturing, and engineering.Own the P&L and balance sheet, maximising profitability and long-term value.They are a manufacturer in the Cooling/Refrigeration and specialist equipment spaceDrive the commercial strategy and scale revenue from an already solid £5m turnover.Refine sales processes, systems, and operations to enable growth.Create a high-performance culture where teams are motivated, engaged, and aligned with business goals.About YouYou’re already a General Manager/MD (or senior Commercial/Operations leader) with a track record of scaling manufacturing or engineering SMEs in the £5-40m turnover range.You’ll bring:Proven P&L and balance sheet management, delivering profitable growth.A strong commercial mindset with sales leadership experience.Operational expertise across manufacturing and engineering.Experience of leading change, driving transformation, and uniting teams.Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.A people-first leadership style that inspires and builds cohesive teams.Why Join?Lead a business with significant growth potential and influence the success.Competitive package: £90-110K base + 30–40% bonus + share options + CarComprehensive benefits, including private healthcare.A chance to play a pivotal role within a wider PLC group & career opportunitiesThe opportunity to transform a good business into a great one.If you’re a commercially astute, growth-driven leader ready to make a real impact, this could be your next big move and have a real difference and able to get under the bonnet of this exciting growing organisation.