General Manager – Egypt Production Base

On behalf of a world-class apparel manufacturer with a global footprint we are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the establishment and operations of a new production facility in Ismailia Egypt. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for full P&L production quality logistics and team management.

About the Company:
Our client is a leading vertically integrated knitwear manufacturer with over 30 years of excellence. With 15000 employees 14 production sites worldwide and annual capacity exceeding 100 million pieces they serve 100 international brands across Europe the Americas and Southeast 2025 the group achieved sales of RMB 10.7 billion. (Note: but maybe dont include exact figures to avoid identification Could keep generic.)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute production plans in alignment with global sales targets allocate orders to workshops and monitor daily operations.
• Oversee quality control production schedules and logistics to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage government relations handle local regulatory matters and resolve production issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency reduce costs and optimize processes.
• Lead and mentor a multicultural team foster a positive work environment and build talent pipelines.
• Ensure workplace safety 6S management and compliance with audit standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or above (equivalent experience considered); 810 years of production management experience in apparel manufacturing.
• Egyptian national with fluency in English and Arabic; Mandarin is a strong plus.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills able to drive results across cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities with experience interfacing with government agencies and international clients.
• Deep understanding of the Egyptian market labor laws and business environment.
• Willingness to reside in Ismailia Egypt.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
• A dynamic international work environment with significant growth opportunities.
• The chance to build and shape a new factory from the ground up.