General Manager | Industry

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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

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- 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

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- 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

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- 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

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- 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

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- 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. xghoner

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