General manager

Internationally backed Manufacturer in West Midlands are currently looking for a General Manager to lead their business into a bright future both from an Engineering and Commercial standpoint. *** The bias for the General Manager will definitely be more Commercially focused *** With the business in a strong place supplying into leading OEMs in their market; you will be responsible for the continuing improvement of the business whilst managing direct reports In Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Sales, HR, HSE Finance. You will have full P L responsibility for the site. Reporting into the Directors; the General Manager you will be a strong communicator and will be a key advocate for Engagement with internal stakeholders, the workforce any external stakeholders. The key emphasis for the right General Manager will be a strong commercial skillset and the ability to drive and develop Sales for the future of the business. Role: General Manager Salary: up to GBP110,000 + car allowance + bonus + benefits Location: West Midlands Key Responsibilities for the General Manager: Ensuring that all areas of the business are delivering on time on budget Drive Commerical activity across UK Europe formulating a strategic commercial framework for your team to follow Leading the organisation on its Lean Journey. You will be a key player in continuous improvement in productivity and efficiency Providing overall direction in terms of cost effective operations planning Working closely with the Operational team to assure the continuing Quality of products Improving the performance of all of your direct reports with strong communication clear managerial direction Ensuring that Sales Customer Services are delivering the best experience for the customerKey Requirements for the General Manager: Tangible record of Success in an Operational/Senior Management role in a Manufacturing environment A strong Commercial Acumen is essential for this role; ability to improve the existing Sales numbers and structure will be essential Qualification in Engineering (Degree, HNC, HND) Strong lean toolbox ndash; strong understanding and ability to drive Continuous Improvement activity. Demonstrating a history achieving profit and business growth through effective planning, cost control full P L Leadership Strong communication skills is key; forging strong relationship with the headcount at the businessThis is a great chance for the right General Manager to help a massively backed business to continue its journey into a very bright future. You will be a well rounded leader with strong commercial acumen who will be able to influence and develop the senior team around you. In return there is a great package available ndash; with a strong basic salary, car allowance and bonuses available. Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation (url removed) Technical Network recruits Engineers and Managers for the automotive, aerospace, electrical / electronic technology, energy, engineering and manufacturing, with a portfolio of services including advertising search, permanent and contract recruitment services