General Manager | Industry

W Executive is partnering with a leading company in the industrial sector to recruit a General Manager who will take full responsibility for the company's strategic direction, operational performance, and profitable growth.

We are seeking an accomplished executive with strong industrial leadership, commercial acumen, and a proven track record of managing complex manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & P&L; Management

- Assume full P&L; accountability, driving revenue growth, profitability, and overall business performance.
- Develop and execute short- and long-term strategic plans aligned with corporate objectives.
- Report regularly to senior leadership on financial performance, operational KPIs, and strategic initiatives.
- Identify opportunities for business expansion, operational efficiencies, and sustainable growth.

Operations & Manufacturing Excellence

- Provide strategic oversight of manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain operations.
- Drive operational excellence by improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), maximizing asset utilization, and reducing waste.
- Champion a strong Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) culture across the organization.
- Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other operational excellence methodologies.

Commercial Strategy & Business Development

- Oversee the commercial strategy, supporting commercial leadership in strengthening key customer relationships and developing new business opportunities.
- Align manufacturing capabilities with market requirements to optimize product mix, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Monitor industry trends,



technological developments, and sustainability initiatives to strengthen the company's competitive positioning.

Financial & Organizational Leadership

- Work closely with Finance leadership to oversee budgeting, capital expenditure (Cap Ex), cash flow, and financial planning.
- Lead, develop, and empower a multidisciplinary management team across Operations, Sales, Finance, and Human Resources.
- Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee organizational development, talent management, employee engagement, and labor relations.

Candidate Profile

- Significant leadership experience in the food OR packaging industry , ideally within a General Management, Managing Director, or senior operational leadership capacity.
- Proven track record of full P&L; ownership and delivering sustainable financial results.
- Strong understanding of industrial manufacturing processes, operational excellence, and supply chain management.
- Demonstrated ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership.
- Solid commercial acumen, with experience supporting business development and managing key customer relationships.
- Strong financial literacy, including budgeting, Cap Ex planning, and profitability management.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively at both operational and executive levels.

The Opportunity

This position offers the opportunity to take on a key leadership role within an established player in the packaging industry, with significant responsibility for shaping business strategy, driving operational transformation, and delivering sustainable growth.

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📌 General Manager | Industrial Plant (Huerta)
🏢 W Executive España
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