This leadership role is responsible for driving sustainable growth, operational performance and financial governanceThe Managing Director will combine strong commercial leadership with structured business steering to expand revenue streams, strengthen processes and reporting and grow the organisation from today’s lean structure into a scalable operationOwn and execute the growth strategyScale the existing distribution business with a clear target of doubling revenue within five years, while maintaining disciplined margin performanceLead market entry into complete AHUs in close cooperation with manufacturing partnersBuild and grow the filtration business (HVAC, HEPA/ULPA, cleanroom applications)Expand the product portfolio into cleanroom-related components and critical-environment solutionsIdentify, win and develop key accounts and maintain a strong personal presence in the market through regular customer engagementOwn pricing strategy, commercial terms, offer governance, and deal approval, ensuring profitable and risk-aware growthAfter-Sales, Service Growth & Operational PerformanceOverall accountability for day-to-day delivery, planning, and execution delegated to a local Service LeadScale recurring revenue through maintenance contracts, SLAs, and long-term service agreementsBuild a structured and scalable service operating model, improving response times, planning discipline, service quality, and margin performanceOwn customer satisfaction and service reputation, supported by structured feedback, service reviews, and measurable performance targetsEnsure service readiness for customer critical environments (cleanrooms and large ventilation systems)Evaluate and develop expansion potential into Northern Ireland and the UK where commercially justifiedPeople Leadership & Organisational Build-UpLead, coach, and develop teams creating a high-accountability, customer-focused cultureDeliver key hires from 2026 onward and establish scalable organisational structures to support growth through 2031Define clear roles, responsibilities and performance expectations across commercial, service, and support functionsPersonally support recruitment and onboarding during the build-up phaseDevelop second-line leadership to reduce dependency on the Managing Director as the organisation scalesFinancial Governance, Reporting & Business SteeringFull PSL responsibility with disciplined commercial and operational steeringImplement rolling monthly forecasting and ensure clear financial transparency in cooperation with the in-house accountantOversee the preparation of annual financial statements in coordination with external accountants and auditors; final sign-off by the International Management BoardEstablish a structured quarterly reporting cadence to the Management Board, with KPIs defined jointlyMaintain strong focus on cash flow, working capital, pricing discipline, and risk-adjusted decision-makingDrive continuous improvement in business processes, reporting, and operational disciplineLead the introduction and adoption of KPI-based management routines across distribution and service (pipeline, margin, service performance, contract base, etc.)Act as business sponsor for ERP and digitalisation initiatives, coordinating the evolution from the current setup toward the group ERP landscapeEnsure systems are fit for the Irish business and are practically adopted by local teamsInterface & Stakeholder ManagementWork closely with European partners and manufacturers to enable product entry and portfolio expansionRepresent the organisation confidently in the market as the senior commercial leader - credible, approachable and technically soundOperate effectively within an international governance environment with board-level reportingQualifications and ExperienceDegree in Business, Engineering, Finance, or a comparable discipline (or equivalent experience)Proven leadership experience in a Managing Director, General Manager, or senior commercial leadership roleExperience in after-sales or service-driven businesses, including contracts, SLAs and recurring revenue modelsExposure to cleanroom or critical environments (pharma, medtech, data centres, hospitals) is an advantageDemonstrated ability to build teams, implement structure, and scale revenue sustainably
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