General Manager

strategies, driving commercial growth through innovation, and ensuring operational excellence.

As a trusted partner to the European Leadership Team and Head of the Unit Leadership team, you will foster integration across regions and countries and champion a purpose-driven culture that promotes collaboration, accountability, and high performance.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Growth: Define and execute CE commercial strategy aligned with global priorities; champion innovation in products, processes, and business models.

• Customer Portfolio Management: Execute account plans for Global and Regional Strategic Accounts, lead acquisition and execution of account plans, and optimize product portfolio.

• Operational Excellence: Drive quality and compliance across all sites by partnering closely with Supply Chain and Manufacturing, who own all operations-related activities.

• Change Leadership & Talent Development: Drive cultural transformation, build leadership capability, and support succession planning.

• Financial & Governance: Deliver financial targets, manage budgets and forecasts, and ensure robust controls.

• Communication & Integration: Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and represent CE in strategic forums.

What You Bring

• Strategic & Commercial Expertise: Deep understanding of P&L management, budgeting, and financial forecasting; proven ability to shape and execute growth strategies.

• Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the European food ecosystem, including flavor, ingredient, and B2B dynamics.

• Sales & Customer Management: Strong B2B sales leadership and key account management skills; experience in contract negotiation and strategic partnerships.

• Operations & Supply Chain: Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).

• Innovation & Product Development: Experience in product lifecycle management, regulatory compliance, and driving initiatives aligned with market trends and sustainability goals.

• Leadership: Inspiring leader who motivates teams, resolves conflicts effectively, and fosters collaboration in a global matrix environment. Skilled in talent development, succession planning, and creating an inclusive, high-performance culture.

What We Are Looking For

• A purpose-driven leader who inspires others and fosters a culture of care, creativity, and collaboration.

• Strong relationship builder with the ability to empower teams, nurture talent, and create an inclusive environment where people thrive.

• Proven experience leading complex organizations with full accountability for results, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in dynamic markets.

• Innovative mindset with a track record of turning ideas into impactful solutions that deliver sustainable growth and value for customers.

• Cultural agility to navigate a diverse, multi-cultural environment and connect with people across regions and functions.

• Excellent communication skills in English and Dutch, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Commitment to partnership-willing to travel and build strong connections with clients and teams across Europe (approx. 30%).

Education, Experience & Others

• University degree in Business or related discipline; MBA is a plus.

• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in commercial operations and organizational development, with strong financial acumen and P&L responsibility.

• Fluent in English and Dutch is a must.

• The candidate shall be eligible to work in the European Union.

• This position is a permanent position on our company's payroll, it is not open to freelancers or contractors.

Ready to lead this transformation? Join Griffith Foods to shape the future of food!