We’re the exclusive recruitment partner for this sign company vacancy. The General Manager / Works Manager is a senior level sign industry job. To be considered for this signage job opportunity, you’ll need demonstrable experience and excellent understanding of every element of the process, of delivering large scale signage and branding programs. This signage General Managers jobs part of a planned leadership transition. As a result, discretion is required in terms of this job overview and during the recruitment process.

The sign company

Due to the sensitivity of this signage job, at this stage we can only provide brief details. Further information will be provided to you throughout the process. For now, here’s what we can tell you…

The founder and owner of the sign company is planning their phased exit from the day to day running of the business. As the incumbent Senior Manager moves into the overall management of the business, they need a “right hand man / person” to support them.

The sign manufacturer is a well established, medium sized sign company. The business is well managed, profitable and currently has a turnover between £5-10M. With approximately 20,000 square meters of factory space, the signage company is based in the south of England. From their head office they service the UK, Europe and International signage requirement of their clients.

About this signage General Manager job

This signage General Manager jobs vitally important to the success of the leadership transition. As the General Manager / Works Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting the current Senior Manager, when they take over the running of the business. Reporting directly to the Leadership Team, you will be responsible for overseeing the various teams / departments within the business. With c.4o staff members based at the head office and remotely, each team manager will report in to you.

The sign industry General Managers job responsibilities include

In this sign industry General Managers job your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Overall responsibility for the management of the Design, Production, Project Management & Installation teams.
• Management of the team leaders / managers
• Responsibility for quality control of drawings, manufacturing, installations & ultimately project delivery
• Advising on innovative techniques
• Business productivity, performance & efficiencies
• Staff management, leadership & mentoring
• Appraisals & disciplinary
• Creating accurate reports
• Ensuring the smooth implementation of projects, delivering best in class customer satisfaction

You

To be considered for this signage job you need a proven background and understanding of each stage of the signage process. You’ll also need man management experience.

In addition, you will also need the following:

• Strong technical knowledge of signage design, construction & installation
• Production management experience
• Ability to read technical drawings & sign off for production
• An energetic personality, can do attitude, be prepared to be flexible & go the extra mile
• Proven track record of working within a medium to large manufacturer in a similar / relevant signage job function
• A keen eye for detail & quality driven
• Ability to identify opportunities for innovation, value engineering & productivity improvements
• Problem solving capabilities
• Ability to multitask, keep a cool head during busy periods & demanding schedules
• Well presented with good written & verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership skills

What’s in it for you

In conclusion, this sign industry job is a great opportunity. You’ll be joining an ambitious, succesfull company, in a management position, and have an autonomous role. You can expect to work on exciting projects, with high profile brands, Nationally and Internationally.

To be frank, the General Managers role will at times be demanding. Short lead times, and busy periods, should be something you’re used to. However, if you’re dynamic, ambitious, have experience in a relevant signage job function, and the capabilities outlined above, this sign company General Mangers job could be a chance for you to join a growing sign company and progress your career.

Package:

• c.£50,000 – 60,000 
• Annual, company performance based bonus
• Company Car
• Pension
• Opportunities for professional development / training

Note about applicant care 

Given the importance of this role, we have been engaged to conduct a full search of the market to source our client the best available people. As a result, the recruitment process, in terms of creating our shortlist may take some time. Please bare with us, whilst we evaluate applicants and conduct our full search. 

We endeavour to respond to all applicants with feedback. However on occasion it’s not always possible. Please understand that we are engaged by our clients to find them people that exactly match their needs and job spec. Whilst we try to consider transferable skill skills, our clients may not be so open. If you do not match the criteria of this job spec, unfortunately we will not be able to consider you for this position.

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