David Nesbitt

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About David Nesbitt

A highly-able, versatile & results-driven P&L Business Manager / Managing Director with a successful background in engineering, manufacturing, automotive, OEM and global commercial sectors. Experienced in several successful turn arounds / restructuring programs Collaborative approach to business transformational leadership, engaging with business stakeholders at C-level / Board & 3rd parties, delivering ‘fit for purpose’ organisational change, cost savings & profitability. Strategic & operational management, with extensive achievements in divestments, M&A’s and MBO’s. Highly accomplished, able to design and execute effective business turnaround strategies and roadmaps. A real team player with a flair for successfully developing talented people across all levels of the business. Experience of driving change management, business transformation, OEM engagement, major accounts, new product introduction, precision engineered products, strategic partnerships & adding shareholder value. Experienced and competent in working with British, French and German Supervisory Boards ACHIEVEMNENTS ~ Achieved cash generation of £15M in 4 years from a previously failing Company during recession ~ Grew Sales with Major OEM by 100%(+£7M)~ Restructured a non core business including substantive downsizing, relocation and development into niche products and markets resulting in return to growth and profitability of 10%~ Delivered £1M of saving through outsourcing to low cost economies ~ Delivered £9M of revenue growth through integrated teamwork within a new Shareholder group ~ Led three successful divestment teams ~ Transformed many manufacturing companies by the appropriate implementation of Capital Investment and Lean / 6 sigma techniques via a hands-on approach