Managing Director – Premium Hot Beverage Business

About the role

The company is a fast‑growing premium hot‑beverage business seeking a Managing Director to lead commercial strategy, drive growth and take full P&L responsibility. Reporting to the Board, you will shape the future of the brand while ensuring operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic and commercial growth plan.
• Own full P&L, delivering profitable revenue growth across existing and new channels.
• Lead sales, marketing, operations, supply chain, finance and customer service functions.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with retail, wholesale, foodservice and distribution partners.
• Identify market expansion, new product development and partnership opportunities.
• Drive operational efficiency while maintaining product quality and customer experience.
• Lead, develop and inspire a high‑performing leadership team.
• Set clear KPIs, monitor performance and present results to the Board.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Managing Director, Commercial Director or senior commercial leader in the hot‑beverage or related FMCG sector.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of sales, pricing and channel development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑functional teams and manage full P&L responsibility.
• Experience working with retail, foodservice, wholesale or distribution channels.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing and relationship‑building skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £100 K plus benefits.
• Opportunity to shape a high‑growth business and progress to senior executive leadership.
• Dynamic, innovative culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.