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Managing Director - Packaging

Italy Permanent View Job Description
The Managing Director will oversee all aspects of the company's operations, ensuring sustained growth and operational excellence. This role requires strategic leadership within the industrial/manufacturing industry and a results-driven approach to achieve organizational objectives.
  • Inspire teams and shape transformation through high-impact leadership.
  • Lead a strategic site with full P&L accountability.

About Our Client

The hiring company is a medium-sized organization in the industrial/manufacturing sector, specialized in packaging solutions. It is known for its innovative production processes and strong commitment to quality.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve business objectives and drive sustainable growth in the packaging sector.
  • Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and excellence in packaging production processes.
  • Lead and inspire cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and high-quality packaging solutions.
  • Analyze financial performance and optimize resource allocation to maximize profitability and competitiveness.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, suppliers, and packaging clients.
  • Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, and environmental regulations within packaging manufacturing.
  • Identify and seize market opportunities to expand the company's presence and strengthen its position in the packaging industry.
  • Report directly to the Board, providing transparent updates on progress, performance, and strategic initiatives

The Successful Applicant

A successful Managing Director should have:

  • Proven leadership experience within the packaging industry, ideally in industrial/manufacturing environments.
  • Extensive experience in sales and business development, including managing commercial teams and driving profitable growth in packaging markets.
  • Strong track record in strategic planning and end-to-end operational management.
  • Excellent financial acumen with the ability to make sound, data-driven business decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to inspire, develop, and manage diverse and cross-functional teams.
  • Solid experience in stakeholder management, customer relations, and negotiating with key clients and partners in the packaging sector.
  • Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; advanced qualifications are a plus.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to lead a medium-sized company in a professional and innovative work environment.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply today.

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Ilaria Di Noi
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JN-092025-6846651

Job summary

Function
Operational & General Management
Subsector
Operational & General Management Subsector
Industry
Industrial
Location
Italy
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ilaria Di Noi
Job reference
JN-092025-6846651
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Based in Italy, Ilaria Di Noi excels in C-level recruitment across the industrial sector, namely for packaging, machinery, and chemicals. She blends DE&I practices with expertise and resilience.

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