Job description
This position in based in Germany
On behalf of a well-established international industrial group, recognized for its premium positioning in high-end glass solutions for tableware, we are conducting a search for a General Manager to lead its German commercial subsidiary. This is a strategic leadership role with full responsibility for business performance, market development, and organizational effectiveness in a key European market.
Responsibilities
Reporting to Group senior leadership, the General Manager will oversee the overall management of the German branch, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and driving sustainable growth.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and coordinating all commercial and operational activities of the subsidiary;
- Defining and executing the local commercial strategy in line with Group guidelines;
- Driving achievement of revenue, margin, and KPI targets;
- Leverage and coordinate a local support team (sales support, customer service, back office) to ensure effective execution of commercial and operational activities;
- Overseeing the full customer lifecycle, including acquisition, retention, and development
- Managing the P&L, budgeting, and cost control of the branch;
- Collaborating with corporate central functions (Sales, R&D, Finance, Operations), ensuring alignment between Group strategy and local market needs;
- Acting as the company's representative in the local market, building strong relationships with key clients and partners.
Your Profile
The ideal candidate is an experienced and entrepreneurial leader with a strong commercial mindset and a proven track record in managing business units or subsidiaries.
Requirements:
- Degree in Business Administration, Economics or equivalent academic background;
- Significant experience in Branch Management or Senior commercial leadership roles;
- Demonstrated success in driving sales growth and profitability ;
· Strong commercial acumen , expertise in financial management, budgeting and strategic thinking;
· Deep understanding of sales processes and KPI-driven performance management;
· Leadership style focused on results, accountability, and team development ;
· Native-level German and fluent English ; additional languages are a plus;
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills ;
· High degree of autonomy, ownership, and entrepreneurial drive.
The candidate is expected to be currently based in Germany.
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