Full-time permanent role with chance based in VIC Central Highlands
- State of the art facility & venue with ambitious growth plans
- Intimate knowledge of supply chain and logistics highly regarded
**ABOUT OUR CLIENT**
Embark on an extraordinary career opportunity within the dynamic spirits and beverage industry. Based in Victoria's Central Highlands, our client is operating an innovative distillery and a unique hospitality experience with national and global growth plans. Nestled in a historic venue, their distillery crafts an exquisite range of spirits, instilling a sense of wanderlust and adventure.
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
As the General Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in steering the company's growth and shaping its legacy. Reporting directly to the shareholder board, you will transition between strategic planning and overseeing business operations, with a strong focus on supply chain and logistics.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Craft and implement sustainable growth strategies, focusing on product development, sales (on-premise & off-premise), and optimizing distribution;
- Recruit, train and support the growth of team members throughout the organization, keeping succession planning and team cohesion front of mind;
- Integrate and enhance policies and procedures, ensuring compliance is maintained;
- Drive margin improvement initiatives and cost optimization strategies to enhance overall profitability;
- Provide vision and leadership across all business areas, including sales, HR, Marketing and Production;
- Ensure seamless general operations, overseeing budgets, and maintaining compliance with laws and regulations;
- Nurture a safe working environment, championing workplace health and safety policies.
**QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE**
- Possess a degree in Leadership & Management, Hospitality Management or similar field;
- Proven operations leadership experience in hospitality or liquor industries with an intimate knowledge of the supply chain;
- Advanced project management skills;
- Showcase proven success in steering diverse companies, demonstrating expertise in commercial, operational, and financial management;
- Lead with a collaborative, hands-on approach;
- Experience managing contracts from a supplier, customer and wholesale perspective.
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