General Manager
Job Title: General Manager
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: Highly competitive with a significant annual bonus
Experience required: Due to the specialised nature of this role, experience and knowledge in the packaging industry are essential.
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving operational excellence in Manufacturing? We are seeking an experienced General Manager to join our client, the world’s largest paper packaging company, and lead their manufacturing operations to new heights.
As the General Manager, you will draw on your extensive knowledge of the packaging industry to drive and optimise site performance, ensuring that all operations meet the highest standards of efficiency and excellence.
About the Company
Extension Recruitment are delighted to be working with Smurfit Westrock, Chelmsford, following a long and successful relationship over many years with Smurfit Kappa. Smurfit Westrock are very proud to have an inclusive and welcoming environment giving them a fantastic employer reputation.
Benefits Include: Highly competitive salary
Significant annual bonusCar Allowance
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Life Assurance x4
Private Medical Insurance
About the General Manager Role
Reporting to the Divisional Director, the General Manager will be responsible for all aspects of the site’s business activities, which includes overseeing sales, operations, financial management and human resources.
Other responsibilities will include: Developing and implementing a strategic plan to enhance the company’s market positioning.
Establish objective plans, budgets and result measurements for all departments.Monitor and analyse management accounts.
Develop and mentor team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.
About You
The successful General Manager will have strong leadership skills in order to effectively manage and engage a diverse team. You will also demonstrate the ability to make clear, objective decisions that enhance and develop the business. Due to the specialised nature of this role, experience and knowledge in the packaging industry are essential.
Other requirements include: Experience within the packaging industry is essential.
In-depth knowledge and experience of manufacturing processes.Possess strong commercial awareness.
Have a proven track record in your current and previous roles.
Thank you for your application!
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