General Manager (AE612366) Permanent

General Manager | London | £ Excellent package, DOE

Are you a proven leader who inspires and motivates cross-functional teams?

Do you understand the drivers of commercial success in a B2B company?

A world-leading personal care ingredient supplier is seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead their UK business and international distributors.

With a background in Sales or Business Development, the General Manager will provide clear commercial vision and leadership, setting strategy and driving execution.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Full P&L ownership, budgeting and financial management for the UK and distributor markets
• Competitive strategy development for sales, business development and customer intelligence
• Strategic leadership across all UK technical, R&D and commercial teams
• Overseeing key client relationship management and strategic account development
• Senior team mentoring, management and motivation
• Build a high-performing, collaborative and customer–centric team culture

Candidate Requirements: 

• Business degree, preferably MBA
• Significant senior-level B2B experience, ideally in the chemical or manufacturing industries, including International
• Proven track record in Sales or Business Development strategy and execution
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

This role will suit a dynamic and entrepreneurial individual who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, overcoming obstacles and setting new sales records. If this sounds like you, apply today!

Arthur Edward is a leading beauty, personal care and FMCG recruitment agency. We find top talent along the product lifecycle to innovate, launch and market bestselling cosmetic and beauty products.