General Manager at Summit Recruitment and Search

The ideal candidate must have manufacturing experience (ideally in textiles or apparel), a passion for quality and ethical production, and essential MRP knowledge. The General Manager will have full oversight of production, HR, administration, logistics, inventory, and procurement. The role requires a systems-minded operator with the ability to build structure, lead teams, manage resources, and maintain high standards of execution across all departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations across production, HR, administration, logistics, inventory, and procurement while setting and tracking performance metrics to align with strategic goals.
• Oversee warehousing, dispatch, and shipping processes to ensure goods are delivered on time, in good condition, and cost-effectively, resolving any logistical or customs issues quickly.
• Lead production scheduling based on confirmed orders and capacity, align materials and labor to timelines, and use data to improve forecasting, throughput, and delivery performance.
• Manage raw material and finished goods stock, forecast needs, set reorder points, and maintain strong supplier relationships, prioritizing ethical, sustainability, and local sourcing.
• Ensure consistent quality output with minimal waste, drive workflow efficiency, preventive maintenance, and cost reduction initiatives to meet output and quality targets.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and employee relations, while ensuring compliance with labor laws and maintaining effective administrative systems.
• Manage budgets, cash flow, payroll, and cost tracking, monitor COGS and margins, and prepare operational financial reports to guide strategic decisions.

 Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA is a plus.
• 8+ years in operations or general management, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with MRP (Manufacturing Resource Planning) systems and data-informed operational decision-making.
• Strong background in production planning, inventory control, procurement, and logistics execution.
• Experience managing HR, and admin functions in a hands-on environment.
• Industry experience in textiles, apparel, or high-quality consumer goods is a strong plus.