General Manager
We are delighted to be assisting a SME business with an excellent strong stake in the manufacturing industry. Our client is seeking a General Manager for their business to carry out the day to day leadership & management of the business functions.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
* Successfully oversee the daily operations of the business ensuring that all departments are fulfilling the requirements of the business.
* Implementation and communication of strategies and processes designed to grow and further develop the business.
* Ensure the successful development of programmes and processes to pursue targeted goals and objectives.
* Ensure that the financial status of the business is managed effectively and communicated throughout the business as and when required.
* Responsibility for the day-to-day management, coaching and development of Senior Management Staff.
* Ensure the overall delivery and quality of product offerings to customers are as high as possible whilst remaining within predefined budgets.
* Coordinate the development of key performance goals for functions and direct reports.
* Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction are fulfilled and maintained.
* Oversee key hiring and talent training / development programs.
* Evaluate and decide on key investments in equipment, infrastructure and services.
* Communicate business strategies and results to the rest of the business.
* Report potential risks, issues and overall results to the Managing Director.
Key Qualifications / Personal Skills
* Leadership and motivational skills
* Effective communication & listening skills
* Flexible & adaptable approach to work and problem solving
* Excellent team working skills
* Organisational skills
* Effective time management
* Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
* Well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills
* Strong worth ethic and can-do attitude
* Commercial awareness
The ideal candidates will understand how to run an SME and worked in a Manufacturing / Fabricating sector