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Our client is a hidden champion with headquarters in Bavaria, Germany. With seven sites in Germany, Europe, Asia and the USA he is a leading specialist in high-tech foils, molded parts, composites and plastics. He supports customers in the packaging industry as well as in interior, furniture, construction and in the pharmaceutical and food industry. The mid-size family business has been growing steadily and healthily for more than fourty years. Over 600 employees appreciate the friendly atmosphere with high professionalism as well as personal appreciation, individual promotion and responsibility as well as the flat hierarchies.
In favor of the growth of the plant located in Guangdong between Guangzhou and Dongguan, we are looking for an entrepreneurial and strategically thinking
MANAGING DIRECTOR CTO CHINA | German Hidden Champion | High-Tech Films (m/f/x)
As the General Manager for China, you will be responsible for the comprehensive leadership of all manufacturing and sales operations. You will work closely with the headquarters in Germany to develop and implement long-term strategies tailored to the Chinese market, optimizing production processes to ensure the highest levels of quality and efficiency. You will also be responsible for fostering a high-performance culture that is transparent, compliant, and development-focused.
Besides Production and Sales, you will be in charge of all other Business Units such as Supply Chain Management as well as R&D, Human Resources and Administration. Moreover, you will decide about the investments into the site and the technical equipment. In this role, you will also oversee sales efforts, nurture strategic partnerships, and ensure strict adherence to local regulations while maintaining strong relationships with regional authorities.
With full P&L responsibility, you will drive the achievement of financial targets and report directly to the CEO and owner in Germany. You will work at the production site in Guangzhou and be responsible for approximately 70 employees who you will lead, develop and motivate together with your colleagues.
You have completed a degree in Business Administration or in a technical field and already have experience in management of a site at an international company. Knowledge of local Chinese law and technical knowledge, for example, in packaging, films or plastics will be an advantage. You are a dynamic leader with extensive experience in managing manufacturing operations and an in-depth understanding of the Chinese market. With a strong command of Mandarin and fluency in German or English, you excel at negotiating in high-stakes environments. You possess a solid track record in leading high-qualified people, particularly in industries such as nonwoven fabrics, roll goods, plastics, chemicals, or related fields.
You have spent significant time working in Western business environments, ideally with a European background or experience working with European headquarters. Your financial acumen is sharp, with hands-on experience in P&L management, budgeting, and reporting. You are also familiar with local regulations and compliance requirements in China, ensuring your operations run smoothly within the legal framework.
You are either already living in China or are passionate about Asia and willing to relocate there. You communicate and read in Mandarin or Cantonese as well as in German or English.
If you have an affinity to China and working experience in a manufacturing industrial company there, for example as a manager, you are our preferred candidate.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the management team in a high-responsibility role with significant influence on the company's success in China. You can expect a highly attractive salary package, including benefits typical for senior management roles.
Do you search for a challenging international task in the Asian environment? Professional thinking, proven processes and great decision-making responsibility give you plenty of opportunities to unfold yourself.
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