Role Purpose
The GM will own the overall performance and day-to-day running of the business, covering Operations, Finance, Commercial, and Human Resources.
We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on leader who can:
Diagnose operational gaps
Stabilize production and working capital
Drive commercial performance with discipline and strategic clarity
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Production
Lead end-to-end factory operations across diapers, sanitary pads, tissue converting, and pulping.
Ensure consistent production planning, raw-material availability, and minimal downtime.
Implement SOPs, efficiency standards, and quality assurance across all SKUs.
Financial & Working Capital Management
Develop and execute working-capital recovery strategies.
Optimize cash flow and reduce operational bottlenecks.
Drive cost control across energy, chemicals, labour, logistics, and procurement.
Ensure financial discipline, reporting accuracy, and budgeting efficiency
Commercial & Market
Strengthen sales, distribution, and route-to-market execution.
Ensure product availability, timely order fulfilment, and stock health across regions.
Support channel development, pricing strategy, and market intelligence.
Monitor competitive activity and drive market share growth.
People & Culture
Lead and mentor all department heads and operational teams.
Build a performance-driven culture with accountability, professionalism, and respect.
Ensure compliance with HR policies, staff development, and fair employee management.
Strategic & Governance
Support the MD in business strategy execution, risk management, and compliance.
Maintain strong alignment with shareholders on business priorities and progress.
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Operations, or related field.
MBA or postgraduate qualification preferred.
Experience
Minimum 10 years' experience in Financial management, FMCG manufacturing / factory management and commercial leadership roles.
Proven experience in business turnaround, working capital management, and rapid scale-up.
Competencies
Strong operational and financial acume
Leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving under pressure
Ability to deliver results, enforce discipline, and drive accountability
High integrity and ownership mindse