Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFull ownership of a key manufacturing plant and drive commercial transformationBe part of a global packaging group structureAbout Our ClientOur client is an established manufacturing organisation within the packaging industry, with a strong presence in Malaysia. The business serves a diversified customer base across multiple sectors and operates as part of a larger regional group, offering stability alongside opportunities for transformation and growth.Job DescriptionThe General Manager will be responsible for overall business performance, driving commercial growth, operational efficiency, and organisational alignment. This role requires a strategic yet hands-on leader to navigate market challenges and unlock new opportunities. Key responsibilities include:Own full P&L accountability, driving revenue growth, cost optimisation, and margin improvement to achieve sustainable profitabilityDevelop and execute commercial strategies to grow sales, recover declining volumes, and expand market shareIdentify and pursue new business opportunities, customer segments, and partnerships to diversify revenue streamsStrengthen key account relationships while actively winning back lost customers and improving overall retentionOversee day-to-day operations closely, working with production and supply chain teams to ensure efficiency and resolve bottlenecksLead and align Heads of Department to work towards unified business goals rather than siloed functional objectivesDrive product and portfolio strategies to enhance value proposition and improve competitiveness in the marketCollaborate with central functions including finance, HR, and procurement to ensure alignment with organisational prioritiesChampion change management initiatives to shift mindset, improve agility, and build a performance-driven cultureEngage and influence key stakeholders, providing leadership updates and contributing to broader regional strategy discussionsThe Successful ApplicantWe are looking for a proven commercial leadership with a strong track record of driving sales growth, increasing market share, and executing effective go-to-market strategies. Key requirements include:Relevant industry experience in packaging, paper, printing, labels, or related manufacturing sectors, with a solid understanding of customer needs and product applicationsStrong P&L management capability, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and delivering sustainable profitability improvementsAbility to think strategically while remaining hands-on, translating plans into execution and delivering both short- and long-term resultsDemonstrated leadership experience managing senior teams, with the ability to influence, align, and motivate experienced functional leadersGood operational understanding of manufacturing or plant environments, enabling effective collaboration and sound decision-makingProven experience in driving change and transformation, managing resistance, and embedding new processes or ways of workingStrong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels including customers and senior leadershipWhat's on OfferTransformation Opportunity: Lead a critical business unit through a commercial turnaround, with full ownership of strategy and executionEstablished Platform: Step into a stable organisation with experienced functional leadership and strong existing customer baseCareer Acceleration: High visibility role within a larger regional structure, with clear upside for strong business performanceContactEe Lyn SooQuote job refJN-062026-7031870Phone number6012 375 7232Job summaryFunctionSalesSpecialisationGeneral ManagementWhat is your area of specialisation?Industrial / ManufacturingLocationJohorContract TypePermanentConsultant nameEe Lyn SooConsultant contact6012 375 7232Job ReferenceJN-062026-7031870
