General Manager Redditch
General Manager Redditch
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General Manager
Redditch
At DS Smith we are redefining packaging for a changing world and our Redditch site plays a key role in making that happen. Located in the heart of Worcestershire our Redditch facility specialises in producing innovative corrugated packaging solutions that help some of the UKs biggest brands deliver their products safely and sustainably.
With a strong focus on safety quality efficiency and sustainability the Redditch team combines cutting-edge technology with years of expertise to create packaging that doesnt just protect products but also reduces environmental impact. As part of our global DS Smith network the site is a fast-paced collaborative and supportive workplace where every colleague contributes to our success.
If youre looking to join a forward-thinking company that values its people champions sustainability and invests in growth Redditch is the place to make your mark.
Key Responsibilities
- Set and execute site strategy setting the long-term vision and direction of the site
- Ensure efficient operations across production quality safety and customer delivery
- Manage all aspects of site performance including health & safety cost control and sustainability
- Drive continuous improvement initiativeslean waste reduction productivity and quality
- Maintain achievement of key KPIs including OEE lead times waste metrics and customer satisfaction
- Lead develop and motivate cross-functional teams including production engineering and fulfilment
- Build capability and succession through effective leadership and talent development.
- Own P&L responsibility for the site
- Control budgets and drive cost efficiency while investing in transformational projects as needed
- Collaborate cross-functionally with UK leadership sales Sustainability and Technology departments
- Act as site ambassador internally and externally enhancing DS Smiths reputation for sustainability and innovation
Person Specification
- Significant experience in senior operational leadership ideally as Plant Manager or Operations Director
- Proven track record in running facilities with advanced technologiespreferably in print display packaging or FMCG sectors
- Strong results orientation and ability to simultaneously drive safety quality efficiency and innovation
- Excellent strategic thinker with experience translating vision into operational reality
- Financial acumenexperience managing budgets P&L and capital investments
- Leadership excellenceskilled in developing teams creating positive culture and delivering sustained performance improvements
- Customer-focused mindsetcomfortable working with marketing and account functions to deliver exceptional outcomes
- Strong change management and continuous improvement experience (e.g. Lean Six Sigma)
- Pragmatic with excellent communication influencing and stakeholder management skills
Application closing date: 30th September 2025
What we can offer you:
- Competitive salary
- Qualifying Sick Pay scheme
- Pension scheme & Life insurance
- Share Save scheme
- Income Protection
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Virtual GP Occupational Health & free Flu vaccine
- Cycle to Work and shopping discounts
We are DS Smith together with International Paper we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based believe a better more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65000 colleagues in North America and Europe Middle East and Africa (EMEA) who are experts in innovationmanufacturing design sales sustainability supply chain and much more. Together with our customers we make the world safer and more productive one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us!
To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world we aim to build a diverse motivated and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly differences are valued and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
Our people come from diverse backgrounds bring different perspectives ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply even those not meeting all criteria.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
