General Manager

This is more than just a General Manager position – it’s a chance to take the reins of a thriving business with a premium product, a solid manufacturing base, and real growth potential, and decide where it goes next.

Murphy Enterprises Ltd crafts high\-quality custom furniture for the Irish hotel market, backed by a strong product range, a talented team, and loyal customers.

We are now seeking an experienced General Manager to guide the next chapter – strengthening our Irish operations, expanding our commercial reach, and establishing a credible pathway into the UK and select European markets.

You will have full commercial and operational control, direct access to the Group CEO, and the opportunity to shape strategy, investment, people, and performance.

If you’re the kind of leader who sees an established business and thinks, “I can make this grow,” then we want to hear from you.

Role Overview

• Position Title: General Manager


• Company Size: 48 Employees (split across production, sales/office, and a few mid\-level supervisors)


• Reports To: Company Owners


• Direct Reports: Production/Operations Manager, Sales Manager, Finance/Admin Lead

Key Responsibilities, Operations \& Manufacturing Oversight

• Coordinate Production: Ensure factory output matches active sales orders and inventory targets without creating bottlenecks.


• Quality \& Efficiency: Monitor production workflows to reduce waste, lower costs, and maintain product quality standards.


• Supply Chain: Supervise material procurement, supplier relationships, and logistics to keep production running on schedule.

Sales \& Business Growth

• Drive Revenue: Work with the sales team to set targets, chase key accounts, and expand profit margins.


• Market Alignment: Adjust manufacturing plans based on changing customer demand and incoming sales forecasts.


• Customer Relations: Handle high\-level client escalations or complex contract negotiations.

Financial \& Resource Management

• Budgeting: Prepare, track, and manage the annual operating budget across production, payroll, and sales.


• Cost Control: Review expenses regularly to ensure the 48\-person team operates profitably and within financial limits.

Team Leadership \& HR

• Supervise Staff: Direct 3 to 5 direct reports (department leads) and oversee general workplace culture.


• Hiring \& Training: Participate in recruitment, onboard key personnel, and support ongoing staff development.


• Performance Management: Conduct performance reviews, resolve internal conflicts, and manage workplace safety policies.

Required Skills \& Qualifications

• Experience: 5\+ years in a senior management role, ideally within a blended manufacturing and commercial environment.


• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Operations, or an engineering/industrial discipline.


• Core Competencies: Strong financial literacy, cross\-department communication, and effective delegation

Pay: €55,000\.00\-€90,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme


• Company car


• Company pension


• Employee assistance program


• Employee discount


• On\-site parking


• Relocation assistance


• Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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