General Manager

“Join us in building Careers and shaping Experiences Beyond the Box” About Us At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry and operations across North America (Ontario, Quebec and the United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact. The Opportunity We are looking for a General Manager who will have full P&L ownership of the business and is responsible for running all operations and leading a cross‑functional team. Reporting to the Vice President of Sales, the GM will set the strategic direction of the business to align with the overarching goals of the company. The GM will build and manage a cross‑functional team including sales, operations, logistics, finance, and customer service. What You’ll Do Direct responsibility for P&L performance, and required to plan, develop, organize and execute business plans to meet the strategic and financial objectives of the business. Drive sales growth by gaining a strong understanding of the market, and tailoring products and services to meet customer needs, while providing an exceptional customer experience. Build, develop and lead the sales team to execute an effective growth plan while uncovering opportunities to provide solutions to existing and new customers. Motivate direct reports and manage the development of staff. Partner with Health & Safety to continuously improve and enhance safety discipline, practices, and policies. Become a knowledge expert in the market in which the company operates. What You Bring Previous experience in food service supply (sales or operations) or distribution is a must. Bachelor’s level education required at minimum (technical and commercial education preferred). Previous P&L ownership is preferred. Proven track record of driving significant sales growth. 5 to 10 years’ experience in a fast‑paced operations environment (e.g., packaging, food processing, automotive, fulfillment and logistics). Key Success Factors Develops a strong understanding of the addressable market, and positions the business to meet those customer needs. Strategic thinker who can clearly frame the business’ value proposition. Shows a sense of urgency to achieve goals while overcoming obstacles and planning for contingencies. Reviews performance and progress on a regular basis to ensure the team is achieving results. Translates business goals into clear priorities and individual performance targets. Builds and mentors team that can drive the business mandate and deliver results, whilst providing the highest quality customer experience. What We Offer Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage (dependents included). Teamwork‑focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events. A culture of appreciation through a point‑based recognition program. Opportunities for advancement and internal movement. Education assistance for continuous skill development. Academic scholarships for employees’ children. Safety equipment and PPE support program. Retirement savings and wellness initiatives. Inclusion and Accessibility Atlantic Packaging is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and respectful environment for all candidates. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team – we’re here to support you. Seniority level Director Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Packaging and Containers Manufacturing Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr