APAC Construction & Consumer Industrial Director (Malaysia or Philippines-Based)
We are looking for a seasoned Industrial Operations Leader to take on a regional role as APAC C&C Industrial Director, with the flexibility to be based in Malaysia or the Philippines.
This position will lead manufacturing operations across multiple sites in Asia-Pacific and play a key role in driving operational excellence, transformation, and sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Operations Leadership
- Lead and govern manufacturing operations across multiple sites in Asia-Pacific, ensuring alignment with regional and global business strategies
- Develop and execute operations plans, including demand-capacity alignment, productivity optimization, and performance improvement
- Oversee core functions including Production, Quality, HSE, Engineering, Logistics, and Project Management
Health, Safety & Sustainability
- Champion a strong safety-first culture across all sites
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and implementation of global HSE standards
- Drive continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance
Operational Excellence
- Drive cost optimization and efficiency improvements using lean, continuous improvement, and best practice methodologies
- Improve product quality, reduce waste, and enhance overall manufacturing performance
- Standardize and replicate best practices across regional sites
Strategic Projects & Transformation
- Lead high-impact regional transformation initiatives, capital projects, and operational integration programs
- Oversee project planning, execution, and governance to ensure delivery on time and within budget
- Support business growth through capacity expansion, footprint optimization, and process improvements
Strategy & Planning
- Contribute to the development and execution of regional operations strategy
- Translate business plans into actionable operational roadmaps
Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead and develop a diverse, multi-country operations team
- Strengthen organizational capability through effective structure, coaching, and succession planning
Financial & Resource Management
- Manage operational budgets (OPEX and CAPEX) to meet cost, quality, and service targets
- Drive sourcing strategies that ensure supply reliability and cost competitiveness
Governance & Reporting
- Ensure robust systems, procedures, and controls across operations
- Deliver regular performance reporting and insights to senior leadership
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical field
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or process industries, preferably in a multi-site or regional role
- Strong background in plant management, industrial operations, and process manufacturing
- Proven track record in leading transformation, operational excellence, and capital projects
- Experience working in Southeast Asia or APAC markets, ideally with exposure to Philippines and/or Malaysia
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills
- Strategic thinker with hands-on operational expertise
- Customer-focused with strong emphasis on quality, service, and delivery
- Fluent in English; ability to thrive in a multicultural, regional environment
Why This Role
- Regional leadership role with high visibility and impact
- Opportunity to shape operations across a diverse APAC manufacturing network
- Work with cross-functional and multicultural teams
- Drive transformation, innovation, and continuous improvement
Location: Malaysia or Philippines
Scope: Asia-Pacific (multi-country responsibility)
Note: Malaysia Work Location: Lot 112 & 113,Kawasan Perindustrian Senawang, 70450 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.
