Description

General Manager - International Distribution Business
An established international distribution business is seeking a General Manager to lead the company through its next phase of growth and development.
Reporting directly to ownership, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the business, ensuring operational excellence, leading a small team, and acting as the key link between ownership and the local organisation.
This is a hands-on leadership role in a lean, entrepreneurial environment. Success will come from sound judgment, accountability, and the ability to lead with credibility and trust.
General Manager - International Distribution Business
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day operations of the business
Manage and develop a small, experienced team
Ensure operational excellence and business continuity
Act as the primary representative of ownership locally
Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and business partners
Oversee financial performance and reporting
Support organisational development and future growth initiatives
Candidate Profile
Proven experience as a General Manager, Managing Director, or senior operational leader within an SME
Background in distribution, trading, industrial products, technical products, equipment, tools, machinery, or a similar B2B environment
Experience managing supplier relationships, inventory-driven operations, and customer networks
Strong operational, financial, and people leadership skills
Comfortable working autonomously with a high level of accountability
Experience in owner-managed or family-owned businesses is advantageous
Fluent German and strong English language skills are essential
Personal Attributes
Calm, pragmatic, and dependable
Hands-on and commercially aware
Strong judgment and decision-making ability
Collaborative, trustworthy, and discreet
Motivated by responsibility, autonomy, and long-term impact
A Unique Leadership Opportunity
This is an opportunity to lead a respected international business as it enters an exciting new chapter. The role offers significant autonomy, direct access to ownership, and the chance to make a meaningful long-term contribution to the company's continued success.
For an experienced leader who values trust, accountability, and stewardship, this position provides the platform to make a lasting impact while helping shape the future direction of the organisation.
If you are an experienced operational leader with a background in product distribution, technical trading, or a similar B2B environment, and are looking for a role where trust, accountability, and leadership , we look forward to hearing from you. jid3eac20aa jit0624a jiy26a