OPERATION MANAGER

Job Description : OPERATION MANAGER MALAYISA FOR FMCG Lead daily plant operations, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, internal standards, and contractual commitments Own and drive performance across KPIs and SLAs, ensuring consistent delivery of operational targets Translate business strategies into actionable operational plans to support long-term growth Develop and execute business continuity and contingency plans to maintain operational resilience Manage full P&L responsibilities, focusing on cost optimisation, efficiency, and profitability Strengthen cost control initiatives and improve overall resource utilisation Act as the key escalation point for critical operational issues, ensuring swift resolution Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior leadership on operational and financial performance From a people leadership perspective, you will: Lead, coach, and develop the Operations Management team to drive high performance Build an agile and scalable organisation structure aligned with business needs Drive a strong performance culture through structured goal setting and regular reviews Oversee workforce planning, hiring, and capability development initiatives Foster a collaborative, accountable, and continuous improvement-driven environment What you’ll bring To succeed as an Operations Leader (FMCG Manufacturing) in Johor, within the FMCG industry, you should bring a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership capability, and commercial acumen: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Food Science, Microbiology, or related discipline Minimum 10 years of manufacturing experience, with exposure to Food or Pharmaceutical environments At least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role, ideally within food manufacturing Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities Customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage expectations effectively Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong business and financial acumen with a hands-on, process-driven approach

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