General Manager - Manufacturing

Job description / Role

Charterhouse is working in partnership with a leading investment group, who are looking to hire a General Manager to oversee their manufacturing division.

The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business to ensure strategic objectives are met and operations run smoothly. The role encompasses strategic planning, financial management, client acquisition, human resource management and operational oversight. The General Manager will be responsible for monitoring performance against the strategic plan and initiating corrective actions to ensure that the organizational goals are met.

The role will involve developing a client acquisition strategy across different segments whilst also optimizing production and project delivery operations to ensure efficient fulfillment of client requirements. Additionally this role will also include being involved in devising optimal material sourcing strategies and developing an internal MIS to enhance traceability and improve operations.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, the successful candidate should have a Degree in Business or relevant field with a proven track record of working in a similar role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the market dynamics and industry specific regulations along with the ability to adapt accordingly. Our client is looking to hire someone with a strong business acumen and the ability to foster a positive work culture while promoting collaboration across departments.

About the Company

The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.