David Cooper
Ab Mauri - Managing Director Uk & i @Associated British Foods plc
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Ab Mauri - Managing Director Uk & i @Associated British Foods plc
As Managing Director of AB Mauri UK & I, I lead a £200m, multi-site business serving the baking industry, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for driving profitable growth. I lead a senior leadership team across commercial, operations, supply chain, technical, and support functions, with a strong focus on execution, accountability, and performance.My role is centred on accelerating revenue growth, delivering significant EBIT improvement, optimising the operational footprint, and executing M&A activity including acquisition, integration, and divestment. I work closely with boards, investors, and major customers to build long-term commercial partnerships, while strengthening organisational capability and culture to deliver sustainable value.
EDUCATION
University of Warwick - Warwick Business School
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Warwickshire College
Engineering
ABOUT DAVID COOPER
Managing Director / CEO with 20+ years’ experience leading and transforming B2B manufacturing and capital equipment businesses across PLC, private equity, and private ownership structures. Proven full P&L leadership, with a strong track record of driving EBITDA improvement, organic and inorganic growth, and complex multi-site operations.Currently MD for a £200m UK & I business with 400+ employees, delivering significant margin expansion, strategic footprint optimisation, M&A execution, and cultural transformation. Trusted board-level leader, experienced in stakeholder management, governance, and leading through change.Known for pragmatic, people-led leadership, disciplined execution, and building high-performing teams aligned to clear strategy and KPIs.
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