Managing Director

The Company is seeking a Managing Director to lead and scale its UK business, setting commercial strategy and driving profitable growth across on-trade and off-trade channels. The role includes developing routes to market, pricing, distribution, and activation plans, while managing external sales partners and strengthening wholesale relationships. The Managing Director will oversee the UK P&L and work closely with finance and operations on forecasting, margins, supply chain, and planning. They will also build and develop the team, represent the business with customers and trade stakeholders, and align UK plans with wider organizational objectives. Candidates should bring senior commercial experience in premium drinks, alcohol, or FMCG, with a strong understanding of UK on- and off-trade markets. A track record of growing brands or businesses, ideally in a start-up, challenger, or scale-up environment, is required; experience with draught products or on-trade distribution is an advantage. Strong financial and commercial acumen, including P&L ownership, is essential, along with experience managing agencies, distributors, or wholesalers. The ideal candidate is an influential, hands-on leader with experience building teams and working effectively with senior stakeholders.