Managing Director Poperinge Plant (West Flanders, Belgium)
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Posted on:
09-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Shape the Future of a Flagship Site
Are you ready to lead one of our global networks flagship plants into its next chapter As Managing Director of our Poperinge site youll champion sustainable growth operational excellence and a culture where safety quality and people come first. Your leadership will set the standard for our industry serving key sectors like dairy food and chemicals.
Why Join Us
At our Poperinge plant youll find more than just a workplaceyoull join a community that values collaboration innovation and personal growth. We believe that diverse perspectives drive better results and were committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
- Impact: Your leadership will shape the future of a flagship site making a real difference for our people our customers and the planet.
- Empowerment: We trust our leaders to take initiative challenge the status quo and drive meaningful change.
- Growth: Youll have the opportunity to develop yourself and others with access to learning mentoring and career progression across our global network.
- Belonging: We foster a culture where every voice is heard and where respect openness and teamwork are at the heart of how we work.
- Purpose: Join a company thats serious about sustainability innovation and making a positive impact - locally and globally.
Your mission:
Strategic Leadership
- Set and communicate a clear vision for the plant aligned with groups ambition.
- Motivate and empower teams to achieve ambitious goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Balance operational efficiency with customer- and service excellence.
Operational & Financial Management
- Take full ownership of plant performance including P&L cost control and investment planning.
- Oversee all aspects of plant operations ensuring safety productivity quality and compliance with highest hygiene and regulatory standards.
- Ensure we meet and exceed all corporate and industry guidelines.
Sustainability & Regulatory Compliance
- Be a driving force of the plants sustainability agenda ensuring compliance with PPWR and supporting customers on their own sustainability journeys.
- Drive initiatives that reduce environmental impact and promote responsible manufacturing practices.
Innovation & Digital Transformation
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement including R&D
- Champion the adoption of new technologies automation and digital solutions to boost operational efficiency and quality.
People & Team Development
- Build lead and develop a high-performing diverse leadership team.
- Create a collaborative open and supportive work environment where everyones voice is heard.
- Support talent development and succession planning at every levels
Stakeholder Engagement
- Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including customers local authorities group headquarters central functions and sister plants.
- Represent the plant externally promoting its reputation and values.
Your Profile:
- Bachelors degree in Business or Engineering or related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.
- At least 10 years leadership experience in manufacturing ideally in hygiene-sensitive sectors (food chemicals etc.).
- Proven track record in P&L management operational excellence and team leadership.
- Experience in building strong teams and developing talent pipelines.
- Languages: Excellent command of Dutch fluent in French strong English skills.
- Leadership: Decisive resilient and empathetic able to inspire and unite diverse teams.
- Collaboration: Exceptional communicator and relationship builder.
- Strategic Thinking: Sees the big picture and translates strategy into action.
- Innovation: Passionate for R&D digitalization automation and AI-driven solutions.
- Integrity: Acts with honesty transparency and ethical standards.
- Customer Focus: Deep understanding of customer needs especially in hygiene and quality.
- Cultural Awareness: Familiarity with West Flanders business environment and able to balance local and global priorities.
Our Offer:
- Reports to the Cluster Manager Speciality Bags
- Location: Poperinge Belgium
- Employment: Full-time
- Willingness to travel: Occasional
- The opportunity to lead a flagship plant and set the benchmark for operational excellence and sustainability in our industry.
- A highly visible leadership role with direct impact on people performance and innovation.
- An empowering environment where youll shape strategy drive change and grow both personally and professionally.
- A culture of collaboration inclusion and respect where every voice matters.
- We provide a competitive compensation package aligned with your experience qualifications and the seniority of this role.
Benefits:Company car possible
Get in touch:
We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile for colleagues and customers our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondis success. Be part of our future. Should you need further information please contact Veronica Morevia email.
Do you want to know more about Mondi We are a global leader in packaging and paper contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.
Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups including women visible minorities LGBTQI individuals and people with disabilities. Even if you dont meet all the listed qualifications we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process please reach out to the contact person listed above.
Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox please check your spam folder or add the address safe list or address book.
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Expense Management
- Financial Acumen
- Management Experience
- Profit & Loss
- Acquisitions
- Investment Banking
- Relationship Management
- Social Media Management
- Financial Modeling
- Customer relationship management
- Leadership Experience
About Company
Mondi is a leader in sustainable packaging and paper providing a breadth of expertise and track record of innovation that means we can help customers to make smarter, more sustainable choices.
