General Manager in Edmonton | (2025-06-16)

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Edmonton seeks an experienced General Manager to lead its operations and strategic initiatives. The role includes financial oversight, operational strategy, and building relationships with government agencies. Ideal candidates will possess over eight years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment and demonstrate strong financial acumen.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with P&L accountability and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of logistics and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial oversight and manage profit and loss.
• Ensure effective coordination between key business areas.
• Lead and mentor department managers.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field

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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