HiFyve is hiring a General Manager in the Dairy Manufacturing industry in New Jersey!

Salary: $200,000 - $230,000 + 25% bonus

Location: New Jersey

Relocation: Full relocation package offered

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic business planning, sales, marketing, manufacturing, and daily operations of the facility.
• Lead organizational change to support growth and operational excellence.
• Develop and manage the annual operating plan to meet or exceed KPIs and profit objectives.
• Establish pricing strategies and analyze cost drivers to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with operations, marketing, and distribution teams to successfully launch and improve products.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive growth, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Manage business risk and oversee the negotiation and execution of contracts and agreements.
• Set clear business objectives aligned with company goals and ensure effective communication across teams.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for senior managers and key personnel.
• Build a positive work culture that motivates, engages, and retains high-performing employees.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Dairy Industry Experience (REQUIRED): Candidates must have prior experience in the dairy industry with knowledge of aseptic processing. This is non-negotiable.
• Change Management: Experience leading change to improve structure, efficiency, and performance.
• P&L Responsibility: Experience managing profit and loss for a facility of similar size or larger. Ability to identify and drive operational efficiencies aligned with corporate goals.
• Minimum 12+ years of experience in manufacturing (food/beverage industry preferred) with P&L responsibility.
• 4+ years of experience leading senior managers and overseeing multiple departments.
• Strong understanding of business strategy, organizational goals, and stakeholder needs.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, sales, marketing, manufacturing, and distribution processes.
• Proven track record of driving results in quality, safety, service, and cost reduction.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects, drive continuous improvement, and manage organizational change.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to make strategic, data-driven business decisions.

If you are interested, please apply!