Job Description

Company Summary

Quality Bakery Products celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2023. The company, founded by Henry P. Wellborne and Wolfgang Rupertus in 1993, benefited from their experience in the baking industry from the very beginning. With the support of the German Abel + Schäfer Group, also a significant player in the European baking industry with generations of experience, the company was able to quickly establish and develop. The Abel + Schäfer Group took lead in the early years of the new millennium and the company continued to develop and specialize.

Position Summary

The General Manager’s primary responsibility is to work with Sr. Leadership to develop and execute a financial turnaround strategy that will drive revenue growth, optimize costs, and improve the bottom line. This role involves budget management, cost-reduction initiatives, and resource optimization to ensure sustainable, profitable operations. Reporting directly to President of Abel & Schäfer US, the General Manager will analyze financial performance, identify areas of financial leakage, and implement key performance metrics to monitor progress and guide decision-making.

This position oversees the entire production process to ensure it runs efficiently and within budget, identifying opportunities for operational improvements, and maximizing product profitability. The GM will manage cross-functional teams across production, quality control, supply chain, and sales, leading them to improve performance, control costs, and prioritize projects that align with financial goals. The General Manager will build relationships with key customers and suppliers to ensure favorable terms and support business growth.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to increase productivity, profitability, and efficiency.
• Oversee daily operations, including production, quality control, logistics, and inventory management.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Regular communication with the President of Abel & Schäfer US and Sr. Leadership in Germany.
• Manage budgets, financial forecasting, and cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food industry regulations.
• Identify areas of cost inefficiency, particularly in production and supply chain, and implement processes to reduce overhead while maintaining product quality. Set and monitor budget targets across departments.
• Ensure that financial and operational KPIs regarding profitability, productivity, and budget adherence are achieved and exceeded. Use data-driven insights to guide continuous improvement.
• Lead cross-functional teams in production, supply chain, and quality to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and maximize resource utilization.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers and customers to support business growth.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste, improve quality, and enhance productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration is preferred.
• Min. of 8 years of experience in sr. leadership/executive roles within the food manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully restructuring/turning around underperforming Business Units/Divisions .
• Ability to guide individuals and groups toward desired outcomes, setting high performance standards and delivering leading quality services to our customers.
• Strong financial acumen with a track record of improving profitability, managing budgets, and achieving cost savings.
• Knowledgeable of Industry specific ERPs and CRM Systems.
• Must reside or be willing to relocate to the Houston Area.
• Travel 20 – 30% domestically and internationally.
• Familiarity with USDA, FDA, OSHA and BRC laws.
• Spanish Language skills desired, not mandatory

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