CRB Cunninghams are the market leader for the provision of cashless catering, identity management and payment systems to the UK state education sector, and we have been providing innovative software to this sector for the last 20 years. We are the only UK software provider to offer their own identity management, cashless catering, and online payment solutions, supported by a national service and support team. Our education solutions are used in over 3,000 schools across the UK to help them run efficient and effective meal and nutritional programs, as well as providing a cashless solution to aid in the payment of those items, to help reduce the use of cash and the issues associated with it.
Working for CRB Cunninghams:
We are a growing, enthusiastic company that employs talented individuals with interesting backgrounds, this makes for a happy and co-operative working environment
Many of our employees are long serving which gives you the opportunity to learn extensively from colleagues with considerable experience
Our product range makes life easier for our customers, so they are enthusiastic and excited to work with us
We are a close team and we try to share our success with our employees. We have regular social functions and encourage teams to work together
We expect your commitment but will respect your desire to balance home and work lives.
POSITION:
A successor for the outgoing Managing Director who is taking on an enlarged role within the Vesta Software Group. The Managing Director role offers both autonomy and scope for growth and support for this, will be provided by senior functional leaders within the group. In particular, working closely with the Group Leader, the purpose of this role is to plan, direct and manage the performance of the Company as dictated by the overall strategy to maintain and develop business growth.
In this key role, you will ensure that Company goals are met in a timely fashion by efficiently and effectively managing personnel and resources, working closely with a very established and knowledgeable team. The post requires strong multi-tasking, organisational, interpersonal and leadership skills.
CRB Cunninghams is based in two locations Loanhead, Edinburgh and Headley, Birmingham and as such, the ideal candidate will be required to be based from one of these locations for a minimum of 2x days per week.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Managing Director will report to a UK Group Leader and will be responsible for:
The financial and resource planning for all aspects of CRB Cunninghams
Ensuring the business is financially sound, well managed, and achieves key targets
Directing and managing employees and resources to meet business objectives, within budget
Overseeing the welfare and development of all employees
Developing, motivating and empowering a dedicated and experienced management team to deliver excellent results
Developing the product strategy and ensuring delivery against a published roadmap
Ensuring a high standard of work and customer service
Building relationships with industry partners and alliances, principally across the UK Education and Catering Sector
Implementing risk management policies to address strategic, operational and legislative compliance risks
Ensuring company directives are executed successfully, and company policies and procedures are adhered to and are in line with current legislation and regulations.
Essential Competencies and Experience:
The following are essential competency requirements:
Leadership
Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to engage, motivate and lead the organisation through and alongside the management team
Demonstrate the ability to plan and coordinate a range of business functions across different teams within a software business
Sound planning skills and the ability to contribute to and influence strategic direction and vision
Excellent decision-making skills and an analytical approach to problem solving
A collaborative leader with a willingness to actively work on customer accounts and problem solving alongside any member of the team.
Sales and Marketing
A proven track record growing a business by developing and implementing successful sales initiatives
Extensive hands-on experience building and maintaining long-lasting relationships with a broad range of clients from small businesses through to major enterprise chains
Proven track record in selling to corporate businesses, Local Authorities and Schools and Academies
The ability to resolve high-level, complex customer complaints in a diplomatic and professional manner
A proven customer focus and extensive experience in a client service or sales environment
Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to form real connections with people from diverse professional backgrounds – from interns through to CEOs.
Financial Results
Experience in financial management and establishing controls and balances to minimise financial risk
Proven track record in meeting and/or exceeding revenue and profit targets
Experience designing and managing bonus, commissions and reward schemes.
General
Policy, governance and compliance:
Experience in developing, implementing and enforcing company policies and procedures
The ability to support the executive team to make informed decisions on behalf of shareholders
Knowledge of statutory, legal and contractual obligations
Contract negotiations and frameworks with both suppliers and customers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
A degree or equivalent in a relevant management, business and/or information technology discipline, or comparable work experience
Senior Management experience and an established profile within the UK Education software industry is highly desirable.
Your Personal Characteristics will include:
Thrive in a result driven background and be comfortable with financial and performance measurement
Have a detailed understanding of the measurements and metrics used to drive a successful company
Proven experience as a Business Leader or Senior Manager within a software business
Understand the need to balance commercial success with customer satisfaction and employee engagement
Have proven experience of managing multiple conflicting priorities to meet strategic deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Have exceptional communication skills delivering clearly and confidently, both in person and in writing
Be energetic, motivated, and enthusiastic with a “can do” attitude
Have excellent attention to detail
Work with honesty and integrity.
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