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General Manager- Plastics Manufacturing

Singapore Permanent View Job Description
This is a senior leadership role for an experienced General Manager who brings strong commercial acumen together with hands‑on plant management expertise. You will lead the business end‑to‑end, overseeing sales growth, operational excellence, and overall profitability for markets across SEA and Taiwan.
  • Lead an end‑to‑end business with both commercial and plant operational ownership
  • Full P&L ownership across the SEA region

About Our Client

Our client is a leading manufacturer of high‑performance materials, with a strong international footprint and a long history of engineering excellence. The Singapore site serves as a key hub for production and regional business operations, offering the opportunity to lead both commercial strategy and plant operations within a dynamic and growing environment.

Job Description

As the General Manager, you will take full ownership of the business across SEA and Taiwan, combining strong commercial leadership with deep operational oversight.

  • Defining and executing the company's long‑term vision, strategy, and business plan
  • Leading commercial strategy, including sales, marketing, and customer engagement, to drive revenue growth and strengthen market share
  • Overseeing all manufacturing and plant operations, including production, engineering, maintenance, and facilities management
  • Ensuring achievement of CQDS targets (cost, quality, delivery, safety)
  • Full P&L responsibility, including profitability, cost control, cash flow, and financial performance
  • Monitoring KPIs and operational metrics to drive continuous improvement and timely corrective actions



The Successful Applicant

  • A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or Business Administration
  • At least 8 years in a senior leadership role
  • Proven experience in managing both sales/commercial functions and plant/manufacturing operations
  • A strong commercial mindset with solid financial acumen
  • Experience driving business growth and leading customer-facing initiatives
  • Excellent people leadership skills, with the ability to develop teams and drive cultural transformation
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and cross‑functional collaboration abilities

What's on Offer

This role offers a rare opportunity to lead a full end‑to‑end business with both commercial and operational autonomy. You will have the mandate to shape strategy, drive regional growth, and elevate the performance of a mid‑sized manufacturing site that plays a key role in the company's footprint. As the senior leader in Singapore, you will enjoy significant visibility, empowerment, and the chance to build a high‑performance culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven operations leader to step into a broad, impactful role within a stable, well‑established international organisation.

Contact
Kanika Sagar (Lic No: R22104649 / EA no: 18S9099)
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6927713
Phone number
+65 6416 9858

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
Direct Sales
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kanika Sagar (Lic No: R22104649 / EA no: 18S9099)
Consultant contact
+65 6416 9858
Job Reference
JN-012026-6927713

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.