Regional General Manager

Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. Career Opportunity The General Manager will be fully responsible for the performance and profitability of the facility. This includes managing and focusing on measures associated with safety, quality, cost and productivity and focusing on strategic expansion by increasing local and regional sales. Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. Career Opportunity The General Manager will be fully responsible for the performance and profitability of the facility. This includes managing and focusing on measures associated with safety, quality, cost and productivity and focusing on strategic expansion by increasing local and regional sales. This position is located onsite at the Bag n Box facility in Anderson, South Carolina. How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock Maintain the plant’s profitability and ensure all safety and quality requirements are met Develop and implement business plans that align with company goals and overall strategic vision. Build a high performing team and work collaboratively to drive change initiatives within the organization. Drive and implement continuous improvement initiatives tied to the strategic business direction. Build partnerships with your Corporate Sales Managers to identify Business Unit growth opportunities and maintain relationships with key accounts. Oversee sales and production of a multi-plant division to meet short-term and long-term divisional objectives to achieve optimum efficiency. Build effective alliances with other Business Units, Sales, Logistics, Production, Safety and Quality Managers to better serve customers that cross multiple business units. What You Need To Succeed Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Engineering. 7+ years of progressive management experience in the packaging industry, along with proven experience in budget and financial management. 7+ years of Manufacturing/Operations experience - Required Proven track record of goal setting and achievement and demonstrated ability to build, lead, and motivate diverse teams. Ability to initiate projects in pursuit of greater profitability and address potential problems quickly. Ability to facilitate the development of others’ knowledge and skills Demonstrated knowledge of capital management (P&L and capital budgets) and analyzing financial data. Must possess excellent strategic planning and analytical skills. Ability to operate with the customers’ best interest in mind. Ability to respond quickly to changing demands, processes and updated information. Communicate effectively with the ability to adjust communication style based on audience. What We Offer Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential A generous benefits package starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k match, paid time off A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr