General Manager
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For over a century, ALUMO has been a leader in cotton weaving and shirting fabric production. What began as a small family-run business has grown into a preferred supplier for renowned tailors and fashion brands worldwide — always staying true to our Swiss heritage, which defines our reputation for quality and precision.
From sourcing the finest cotton to delivering personalized customer service, our core values are reflected in every aspect of our work.
Building long-term, trusted relationships with partners, clients, and suppliers, preserving deep textile expertise, and offering a product unmatched on the market — this is the foundation of ALUMO’s continued success both in Switzerland and internationally.
The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing the full scope of operations, commercial activities, and strategic initiatives of the shirting business unit in Switzerland. This role requires strong leadership capabilities, industry experience in textiles (ideally shirting), and a commercial mindset. The successful candidate will ensure operational excellence, drive profitable growth, and foster a culture of innovation and accountability.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals.
* Develop and execute commercial strategies in collaboration with sales and marketing teams.
* Manage P&L responsibilities, budgeting, and cost optimization initiatives.
* Oversee supply chain, product development, and client relationship management.
* Monitor market trends and identify new business opportunities.
* Collaborate with international counterparts and ensure compliance with group policies and procedures.
* Represent the company with local partners, clients, and stakeholders.
* Lead, motivate, and develop the local team to achieve performance targets.
Key Requirements:
* Proven experience (minimum 10 years) in a leadership role within the textile or garment industry, ideally in shirting/converting.
* Strong commercial acumen and operational management expertise.
* Solid experience in textile production, supply chain, and product development.
* Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
* Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on, solution-driven approach.
* Ability to build relationships and manage cross-functional teams.
* Fluency in English is required; German is a strong plus.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
General Business
* Industries
Textile Manufacturing
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