CEO

The Role

Strategic leadership

• Develop and execute the company’s long term business strategy in alignment with board objectives and market trends.
• Identify growth opportunities within the laboratory supplies markets, including new product lines, services, and partnerships.
• Ensure daily activities of teams are contributing toward revenue growth, customer satisfaction, and compliance.
• Ensure that the company remains competitive and innovative.
• Ensure financial sustainability and operational efficiency while scaling the business.
• Report regularly to the Board on performance, opportunities, and risks.

Sales Leadership & growth

• Drive revenue growth by actively engaging in business development and key customer relationships.
• Represent the company externally at industry events and with regulatory bodies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners.
• Identify new market opportunities and expand the organisations footprint across sectors.
• Set and deliver ambitious but achievable sales targets with the team.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitor company performance.

Operational oversight

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a diverse team which includes office support, sales and service functions.
• Ensure excellent customer service and reliable product delivery & support.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Implement effective systems, processes, and metrics to support growth.

People & culture

• Lead by example in creating a culture of trust, mutual respect, ownership, and accountability.
• Empower and develop the team, ensuring every member feels valued and aligned with company goals.
• Foster open communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Candidate profile

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role, ideally as Managing Director, General Manager, or CEO in a related industry (scientific supplies or distribution).
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of business growth.
• Knowledge of laboratory supplies sector or wider life sciences industry.
• Hands-on operational management experience within a small to mid-sized business.
• Strong financial management skills (budgeting, forecasting, P&L responsibility).
• MBA or similar qualifications

Desirable

• Experience with international suppliers and/or distributors.
• Background in science, engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience scaling a business.

What we offer

• The opportunity to lead and grow a well-established business in the scientific instrumentation & supplies sector.
• A supportive leadership team environment where trust and ownership are central values.
• Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience.