A company in the plastic (PVC) processing sector believes success is directly linked to the strength of its management team. To continue operating at our high standards, we are seeking a General Manager who is a natural leader.
This individual should have experience managing operations, commercial activities, as well as human resources, finance, and communication. The ideal candidate will be an experienced communicator with a strong ability to delegate responsibilities and collaborate in the development of the company’s various departments. Ultimately, the General Manager must be driven by a desire to lead our business toward maximum productivity and efficiency.
1. Key Responsibilities:
1.1. Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement financial and operational recovery strategies, redefining the company’s goals to maximize profitability and efficiency.
1.2. Crisis Management: Lead the company through a restructuring process, including negotiations with creditors, process redefinition, and cost-cutting initiatives.
1.3. Stakeholder Management: Establish and maintain clear and effective communication with investors, business partners, clients, labor unions, and internal teams.
1.4. Financial Management: Restructure the company’s financial health by improving cash flow, seeking new funding sources, and efficiently managing working capital.
1.5. Compliance: Ensure the company meets environmental and regulatory standards, especially concerning the use of recyclable materials and sustainable practices.
1.6. Strategic Commercial Management: Develop and implement the company’s sales and marketing strategy, with a focus on market expansion and increased competitiveness. Responsible for setting commercial targets, identifying new niches, and ensuring revenue growth.
1.7. Strengthening Customer Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, ensuring the company understands their needs and provides customized solutions, especially during transitional periods.
1.8. Industry Market Awareness: Monitor ongoing market research to identify emerging trends such as the growing demand for sustainable PVC or opportunities in new international markets.
1.9. Innovation and Sustainable Growth: Explore new market opportunities and product development initiatives.
2. Industry and Operational Expertise:
2.1. Experience in PVC Processing: In-depth knowledge of extrusion, injection, and other industrial processes specific to the plastics sector.
2.2. Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with environmental and regulatory legislation applicable to the PVC industry, including European regulations.
2.3. Production Management: Ability to manage and optimize industrial operations with a focus on cost reduction, productivity enhancement, and product quality improvement.
2.4. Digital Transformation: Hands-on experience with Industry 4.0, automation, and digitalization of production processes.
3. Crisis Management and Business Recovery Expertise:
3.1. Restructuring Management: Proven ability to lead a company through restructuring processes, including managing financial and operational crises.
3.2. Procedure Experience: Understanding legal processes with the ability to negotiate with creditors and restructure liabilities.
3.3. Strategic Planning: Ability to create and execute long-term plans focused on sustainability and value generation for the company.
3.4. Commercial Innovation: Oversee product adaptation to new market demands, pursuing innovations and differentiators that enhance product competitiveness. This includes transitioning to more eco-friendly solutions and incorporating circular economic practices into the portfolio.
4. Financial and Strategic Skills:
4.1. Advanced Financial Management: Ability to restructure cash flows, optimize operational costs, and pursue new sources of financing.
4.2. Strategic Vision: Ability to identify new growth opportunities, whether through expansion into new markets, product innovation, or business diversification.
5. Leadership and Soft Skills:
5.1. Inspirational Leadership: The ability to motivate and lead teams during uncertain times, fostering a positive work environment aligned with the company’s goals.
5.2. Communication Skills: Effective communication with all stakeholders, including employees, investors, and clients.
5.3. Resilience and Adaptability: Capacity to adapt quickly to market changes and lead with a focus on long-term and sustainable results.
6. Desired Qualifications:
6.1. Academic Background: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, Economics, or related fields. Postgraduate degree or MBA is a plus.
6.2. International Experience: Ability to work with international markets and pursue global partnerships.
6.3. Sustainability Knowledge: Experience in developing sustainable and circular economic solutions, with a focus on ecological innovation in the PVC sector.