
Operations Transformation Director - FMCG (Based in Johor)
- Johor
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the end-to-end transformation of manufacturing operations in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Design and implement operational strategies to optimize production, quality, cost, and supply chain effectiveness.
- Identify and deploy digital and technological solutions in line with Industry 4.0 frameworks.
- Conduct thorough assessments of current processes and propose actionable solutions based on best practices in the FMCG sector.
- Collaborate closely with plant leadership, engineering, supply chain, IT, and other key departments to ensure smooth execution.
- Monitor performance improvement metrics and ensure sustainability of transformation initiatives.
- Act as the strategic liaison between the business and external operations consultancy providers.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related discipline.
- 15+ years of total experience, with at least 5 years in a senior transformation/consulting leadership role.
- Proven experience in operations transformation and manufacturing excellence, ideally from a top-tier operations consultancy firm.
- Strong track record of working with FMCG clients on large-scale operational or digital transformation projects.
- Solid background in engineering or manufacturing operations.
- Deep knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies, including automation, IoT, advanced analytics, and smart factory concepts.
- Strategic thinker with strong project management and change leadership skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
- Willingness to be based in or frequently travel to manufacturing sites in Malaysia.
- Competitive salary of 40,000 MYR/month
- Opportunity to lead transformation projects within a leading FMCG organization.