Managing Director

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We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Managing Director to lead and grow our client’s UK business. The role carries full P&L responsibility and oversight of commercial strategy, operations, and organisational leadership across the UK market.

The Managing Director will be responsible for defining and executing a clear go-to-market strategy for both residential and commercial heating and cooling solutions, working through installer networks, distributors, and key partners, while ensuring operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Market Leadership

• Develop and execute the UK commercial strategy aligned with group objectives.
• Lead go-to-market approaches across installer-led and distribution-based channels.
• Drive revenue growth, market share, and profitability across residential and commercial segments.
• Build strong relationships with key customers, installers, distributors, specifiers, and industry stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and competitor activity to inform strategy.

Operational & Business Leadership

• Full P&L responsibility for the UK business.
• Lead and optimise UK operations, ensuring efficient supply chain and service delivery.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across sales, marketing, operations, technical, and finance.
• Ensure robust forecasting, budgeting, and performance management.

Leadership & Transformation

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing UK leadership team.
• Drive business transformation and change initiatives across people, processes, and systems.
• Embed a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

• Senior leadership experience as a Managing Director, General Manager, or equivalent.
• Strong commercial background with proven success in multi-channel go-to-market models (installers and distribution).
• Strong understanding of the UK HVAC, heat pump, or building services market.
• Demonstrated experience leading business transformation.
• P&L ownership and operational leadership experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: £100,000 per annum
• Bonus: 20–30% performance-related bonus
• Company car or car allowance

Please reach out to Matt Challinor to confirm your interest.

mchallinor@crimsonxt.com

0113 539 5877