General Manager in Edmonton | (2025-06-10)

IS2 Staffing Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A privately held manufacturing company in Edmonton is seeking a skilled General Manager to lead its operations. The role focuses on financial performance, regulatory compliance, and enhancing productivity across business functions. A strong background in leadership and manufacturing is required, alongside experience with government regulations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with financial reporting and P&L responsibility.
• Understanding of logistics and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial oversight with profit and loss accountability.
• Ensure coordination between manufacturing, logistics, marketing, and health & safety.
• Evaluate business performance and implement efficiency improvements.

Skills

Financial Acumen

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering

Job description

Job Title: General Manager
Location: Edmonton
Reports To: Ownership Group

Position Summary:
A privately held manufacturing company is seeking an experienced General Manager to join its leadership team. Reporting directly to the ownership group, this strategic role is focused on financial performance, business operations, and cross-functional leadership. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in manufacturing, financial oversight, and operational strategy, along with experience working with government agencies and regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic financial oversight, including profit and loss accountability, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting to the ownership group.
• Ensure effective coordination between key business areas, including manufacturing, logistics, marketing, and health & safety.
• Oversee the end-to-end operational process—from raw materials to finished goods—to ensure quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with government agencies and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate business performance and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
• Lead and mentor department managers while cultivating a high-performing, accountable workplace culture.
• Participate in long-term strategic planning and business development initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong financial acumen, including direct responsibility for P&L and financial reporting.
• Broad understanding of logistics, supply chain, and marketing within a production-based business.
• Proven experience working with government agencies and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

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