General Manager
1 week ago
Location: Onsite, Auckland
Commitment: Permanent, Part-time 3 days a week to start, to full time as we close our Series A.
Start Date: January - February 2025
About Us
At Critical., we're rewriting the narrative for plastic waste with our innovative material, Critical.Cleanstone, made from 100% recycled plastics. We aim to lead the charge in sustainable building materials.
As a Māori company, we exist to uplift the mauri (life force) of te taiao (the natural world). Our goal is to scale our technology and products globally, transforming plastic waste into high-value building materials.
The Role
We are looking for a General Manager to oversee operations, supply chain, team management, and profitability. This role is for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and knows how to align operations with ambitious growth strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operations Leadership
- Take full ownership of end-to-end operations from the moment an order is placed to delivery.
- Oversee factory production to ensure efficiency, quality, and timelines are met.
- Implement and optimise systems and processes for maximum productivity.
- Supply Chain Management
- Build and nurture relationships with suppliers for quality recycled materials.
- Streamline the supply chain to reduce inefficiencies and improve sustainability.
- HR and Team Development
- Create a culture of high performance, overseeing recruitment and management of staff.
- Develop systems for employee accountability and wellbeing.
- Strategic Support
- Collaborate with the founder on strategic initiatives and operational insights.
- Provide the operational backbone for international expansion.
- Metrics and Accountability
- Define and track key KPIs for operational excellence.
- Continuously assess and improve processes for scalability and profitability.
- Manage P&L for operational excellence.
Who You Are
You have proven experience in operations management, ideally in manufacturing or a fast-paced startup environment. You are a strategic thinker, resilient, and adaptable.
Must-Have Skills and Attributes:
- Experience in operations management.
- Strong understanding of supply chain management.
- Exceptional ability to build systems for scalability.
- Experience managing teams with a culture of excellence.
How to Apply
Send your CV and a cover letter to .
Join us in creating a future where beauty and sustainability coexist.
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