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Sector: Industrial Products | Manufacturing & Distribution Location: UK Commitment: Around 1 day per month + occasional strategy sessions Remuneration: Competitive ______________ The Business A PE backed, established and fast-growing industrial products company supplying specialist equipment and consumables to the trade. With a turnover of c. £20 million and a clear ambition to double that figure over the next few years, the business is entering an exciting phase of transformation and scale-up. Following recent board appointments that have strengthened both commercial and operational leadership, the company is now seeking to appoint a Non-Executive Director to provide independent challenge and strategic insight as it evolves from a traditional wholesale model to a modern, data-driven enterprise. ______________ Strategic Focus • Transition from distributor to digital/direct sales model. • Data and digital transformation to enhance productivity and pricing agility. • Diversification into new and sustainable industrial markets. • Continued organic and acquisition-led growth. • Strengthening sales strategy, margin management, and market responsiveness. ______________ The Role The NED will support the board and owner-managers in delivering the company’s long-term growth strategy. You will bring commercial expertise, governance discipline, and a practical understanding of scaling mid-sized businesses in dynamic markets. Responsibilities include: • Providing strategic guidance and independent challenge at board level. • Advising on digital transition and direct-to-market initiatives. • Supporting diversification into new sectors and evaluating acquisitions. • Offering perspective on sales effectiveness, margin optimisation, and data-led decision-making. • Mentoring senior leadership and contributing to governance best practice. ______________