Managing Director

Posted 07 August 2026
Salary Fantastic Benefits Package
LocationBelfast
Job type Permanent
Discipline Engineering & Manufacturing Executive
ReferenceCG378642783_1786117380

Job description

VANRATH is delighted to be partnering with a well-established Northern Ireland manufacturer to recruit a Managing Director for their Belfast operation.

This is not a turnaround. The business is profitable, the infrastructure is strong and the technical capability is already in place. What is needed now is commercial leadership to drive growth and take the business into new markets.

  • Belfast based

  • Highly competitive package

  • Some UK and international travel

  • Full P&L ownership

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the business day to day with full P&L accountability

  • Set and deliver the commercial strategy across existing and new markets

  • Win new business and develop strategic partnerships

  • Drive diversification into new product areas

  • Lead an established senior team across operations, technical and finance

  • Own pricing, margin and forecasting

  • Represent the business with key customers, suppliers and partners

The Ideal Candidate

  • Proven track record at Managing Director, Commercial Director, Sales Director or General Manager level

  • Strong commercial and business development background

  • Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, food, chemicals, personal care or a similar product-led environment

  • Demonstrable new business wins and entry into new markets

  • Financial acumen across margin, pricing and investment appraisal

  • Hands-on, visible leadership style

This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a growing, profitable business with genuine backing to expand it.

To speak in confidence, please contact Conor Groves at VANRATH.