Senior Operations Manager

Key responsibilities

• Leads daily operations across production, quality, warehouse, procurement, and pre-production, ensuring continuity and alignment with business objectives
• Translates business strategy into operational plans, driving capacity planning, resource allocation, and productivity improvement programmes
• Drives process optimisation and continuous improvement through lean methodologies, digitalisation, and automation across production and warehouse workflows
• Oversees procurement strategy, supplier management, inventory optimisation, and global logistics coordination
• Promotes a strong safety culture and oversees quality systems, audits, and risk mitigation to safeguard business continuity
• Leads, develops, and builds capability across a multidisciplinary operational team

Role requirements

• • Degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field, with 10-15 years of relevant experience in a similar industry
  • Strong expertise in operational strategy, performance management, and multidisciplinary team leadership
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional operations and manage large-scale projects
  • Strong background in ERP/WMS systems and data-driven decision-making
  • High attention to detail, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Proven track record of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and cost optimisation
  • Proven leadership experience managing large operational teams
  • Citizen of Malaysia

Why should you apply

• Take full ownership of site operations in a senior leadership capacity
• High-impact role with direct influence on business strategy and performance
• Opportunity to lead digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Join an established international manufacturing organisation with a strong regional presence