GENERAL MANAGER/DEPUTY MANAGER - PRODUCTION & ENGINEERING

GENERAL MANAGER/DEPUTY MANAGER - PRODUCTION & ENGINEERING

This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex supply chain challenges to contribute to the overall success and competitiveness of the business.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee the entire supply chain function which includes the order processing, manufacturing planning, forecasting, inventory management, warehousing, shipping, and other logistic activities.
2. Key elements of manufacturing planning include production scheduling, capacity planning, material requirement planning, resource allocation, lead time management, cost management, collaboration with suppliers, demand forecasting and compliance.
3. Develop and implement supply chain strategies and goals aligned with overall business objectives.
4. Oversee the efficient movement of goods, from production to distribution, optimizing transportation and warehousing. Ensure optimal stock levels to meet demands while minimizing excess inventory costs.
5. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, manufacturing operations, purchasing, and finance, to align supply chain activities with overall business goals. Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
6. Develop analytics, system and data management capabilities including metrics and reports.
7. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards in all supply chain activities.
8. Identify areas for continuous improvement and implement strategies to enhance the overall supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
9. Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain, such as disruption, cyber risk, fluctuations in demand etc.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or any relevant field. MBA is an added advantage.
2. Minimum 15 years of working experience in supply chain management including production planning, in manufacturing environment.
3. Supply chain processes and management.
4. Sales and Operation Planning (S&OP).
5. Manufacturing plant characteristics, layout, and design.
6. Manufacturing processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
7. Continuous improvement methods (e.g. Process mapping, 5S and Kaizen).