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 (CapEx), 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, CapEx 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.

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