The Plant General Manager will lead the company U.S. plant , with full responsibility for operational performance and profitability . This role carries complete P&L accountability and is focused on delivering operational excellence, cost efficiency, and sustainable growth . The position is critical to stabilizing operations, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, and driving measurable results in the North American market.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct all plant operations with a strong focus on production efficiency, quality, and cost control . Ensure the achievement of financial targets, including the revenue goals, and deliver consistent profitability.
P&L Ownership
- Manage the full profit and loss of the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization . Implement rigorous financial controls to close current gaps and improve margins.
Operational Excellence
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes: scrap reduction, lean practices, on-time delivery, and safety compliance . Standardize processes to enhance scalability and integration with corporate systems.
Strategic Planning & Execution
- Develop and execute the plant’s strategic roadmap aligned with Group objectives. Ensure timely launch of new products and support long-term growth.
- Maintain strong relationships with key customers. Ensure proactive engagement and operational responsiveness to customer needs.
Talent Development
- Build and strengthen the plant leadership team. Address current performance gaps and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Supply Chain & Procurement
- Oversee supplier development and localization initiatives in partnership with Corporate Purchasing. Implement cost-saving strategies to improve operational efficiency.
Compliance & Safety
- Guarantee adherence to all regulatory and safety standards, promoting a zero-incident culture.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
- Demonstrated success in plant management with full P&L responsibility .
- Strong financial acumen and ability to manage complex operational structures.
- Hands‑on leadership.
- Experience in North American market and international matrix organizations.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.