The General Manager is a senior executive responsible for leading and managing the entire organization that specializes in products used in machining, manufacturing, and metalworking processes. This includes workholding (devices that secure a workpiece, chucks, fixtures) and tooling (carbide and PCD cutting tools, etc.).  The General Manager is the major decision maker of the company with full ownership and responsibility for the performance and growth of the PDQ business. This includes establish strategic planning goals, set business objectives, establish budgets, implement financial investment plans, with the focus of generating revenues, profitability and determining the feasibility of expansions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Provide company vision, long-term goals and strategic direction.Guide business development and market expansion.Evaluate industry trends and adjust business strategies accordingly.Establishes strategic plans and business objectives.Drive the goals, expectations, responsibilities, requirements and attitudes across the company.Play a pivotal role in the development of Workholding and Lightweight as a part of the Walter offerDevelop a leadership culture along with Walter & Sandvik core values and leadership principles to ensure a strong and active people development environment.

Operations Oversight

Ensure efficient manufacturing and supply chain processes.Maintain high standards in quality control and product innovation.

Sales and Customer Relations

Foster relationships with major customersOversee pricing strategy and after-sales support.Visit current customers and establish new contacts to maintain and improve professional business relationshipsEnsure close alignment and coordination with the commercial teams in Lightweight and Workholdings.

Financial Management

Drive profitability, manage budgets, and approve major investments.Work with the Finance Director to ensure strong financial health and ROI on projects.Implement the financial investment plans for the companyAnalyze and distribute budgets to different projects and departmental directors as requiredMust ensure that financial strategies are cost effective and that revenues are maintained

Team Leadership

Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, sales, operations, finance, etc.).Build a strong executive team and encourage a culture of innovation.

Compliance and Safety

Ensure all operations comply with regulatory and safety standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent experience.Exceptional leadership and motivational skillsAbility to make decisions quickly and preciselyExcellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsMust have a natural instinct for business and managementMust promote a positive atmosphere and keep track of all departments in the companyAbility to travel both domestic and international

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