Interim Leadership

Our team of experts can be deployed as a temporary placement of experienced executives or leaders within an organisation to fill a leadership vacuum or address a specific need.

These services are commonly utilised during periods of transition, such as when a key executive departs unexpectedly, during a merger or acquisition, or when an organisation is undergoing significant change.

Interim leaders bring a fresh, unbiased perspective, untainted by internal politics or agendas. We are professionals with extensive external knowledge and experience working with senior level executives in the manufacturing sector. Unlike turnaround specialists who operate from the sidelines, we step into C-level executive roles, gaining comprehensive access to the entire organisation. This deep integration allows us to make informed decisions and implement changes swiftly and effectively.

How we succeed

One of our key strengths is our ability to view the bigger picture. We encourage company leaders to put aside their egos and prioritise what is best for the company. This sometimes involves making difficult sensitive decisions that internal managers might avoid. Our motivation is purely centred on the outcome our clients have asked for. Unlike internal managers, we are not driven by personal gain but by the results we deliver.

Our Process

Needs Assessment and Strategic Placement

We begin by understanding your organisation’s specific needs and the context of the leadership gap, allowing us to match you with the most suitable interim leader. These leaders are carefully selected to integrate and quickly adapt to your business environment.

Stability, Continuity, and Strategic Guidance

Our interim leaders focus on maintaining operational stability and continuity during transitions. They also provide strategic guidance, helping navigate complex changes such as mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring to ensure strategic objectives are met.

Performance Monitoring

We continuously monitor the performance of our interim leaders, offering ongoing support and feedback to ensure they meet your expectations and deliver desired outcomes.

Knowledge Transfer

At the end of the interim period, our leaders facilitate a smooth handover, transferring their knowledge and insights to permanent staff to ensure continued success and stability.

People

We are passionate about people and businesses. Helping you succeed is something we care about, making it easy to quickly build relationships with you and your workforce.

Charlène Frutier Charlène Frutier is the Operations Director at IMIG, where she brings a wealth of experience in supply chain and general management. Holding a Bachelor's degree, Charlène began her career as a planner in an automotive Tier 1 company, quickly advancing to Planning Manager and then MP&L Manager at the UK factory. Seeking broader experience, she worked at McLaren and later took on a leadership role at Eaton (now Danfoss), becoming Supply Chain Manager at the Havant factory by age 29.

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Ashley Fox Ashley Fox is a Senior Consultant at IMIG, where he brings a wealth of experience and a robust educational background to his role. He holds a BEng in Automotive Engineering Design, a CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership and a CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting. Ashley's career began at IM Kelly, where he worked as a graduate engineer and then as a manufacturing engineer. He later joined KAB Seating, where he spent five years focusing on new model manufacturing engineering and logistics engineering before joining IMIG in 2022.

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Simon Lucas Simon Lucas is the Executive Vice President for Automotive & Mobility at IMIG, bringing over 30 years of experience in managing complex situations under tight deadlines. With qualifications that include an HND in Management Studies and a Six Sigma Black Belt, Simon has built a distinguished career. He has significant expertise in Agile project management, risk management, stakeholder management, and quality management, gained through numerous international projects across the USA and Europe. His extensive experience ensures that he excels in consulting projects, consistently meeting timelines, budgets and quality standards.

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Alun Tribe In the realm of leadership, Alun Tribe's story is one of growth and dedication to his colleagues. From shop floor apprentice to leadership roles across Europe and the USA, reaching the position of Managing Director of a 750-person plant at age 34. Alun's commitment to excellence in both product and people became the cornerstone of his leadership philosophy.

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Paul Marron Paul Marron brings a wealth of experience to his role, with previous Leadership positions with companies like Agilent Technologies, Leonardo, and Eaton Aerospace & Director responsibilities with Ilika Technologies and SMR Automotive UK Ltd.

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Thomas Klein Thomas, embarked on his career journey in telecommunications, where he developed skills in optical measurement technology for fibre optic transmission and project management and discovered his passion for business dynamics. This passion led him to do a complete a business administration degree, whilst working, which complemented his technical ability with his degree in engineering.

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Michael Sänger Michael embarked on his career journey in 1994, alongside his studies, by founding his first workshop to develop and produce harnesses for the Oldtimer car. Following the completion of his thesis in 1997, he transitioned into the role of a project manager, swiftly progressing through various managerial positions in logistics, production and company officer roles.

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Lyle Touroo With over 46 years of manufacturing experience, Lyle has demonstrated exceptional leadership and ability to motivate teams in his career. He has a successful track record of improving customer satisfaction, optimising costs and boosting profitability. Known for empowering individuals, his strong communication skills and ability to achieve objectives in cross cultural environments sets him apart.

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Ed Shrimpton Ed Shrimpton is a Senior Consultant at IMIG. With a degree in Business Studies and certifications in Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) and as a PROSCI Certified Change Practitioner, Ed has built a dynamic career spanning various industries, including automotive logistics, telecoms, payments, banking, insurance, and pensions & investments. His journey has involved permanent, contract, and consulting roles, always driven by a desire to learn, grow, and test himself in diverse environments.

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