Chief Operating Officer (COO) - FMCG

• Enterprise-Wide Impact and Strategic Influence
• Transformation Opportunity in a High-Growth FMCG Environment

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established organisation within the FMCG sector, known for its strong market presence and commitment to delivering high-quality products. The company operates at a large scale, offering a collaborative environment and opportunities for strategic impact.

Job Description

1. Operational Leadership

• Lead and optimize all manufacturing and operational activities across multiple production sites.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on efficiency, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Ensure operational scalability to support business expansion both locally and regionally.
• Establish performance metrics and KPIs to monitor plant efficiency, capacity utilization, and output quality.

2. Supply Chain Management

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain, including procurement, planning, warehousing, and distribution.
• Strengthen demand planning and S&OP processes to improve forecast accuracy and inventory optimization.
• Build a resilient and agile supply chain to mitigate risks such as raw material volatility and logistics disruptions.
• Optimize logistics network, including transportation and last-mile delivery strategies.

3. Strategic Transformation

• Lead digital transformation initiatives across operations and supply chain, including automation, data analytics, and ERP enhancements.
• Identify and execute cost optimization programs while maintaining product quality and service levels.
• Support M&A integration, new product launches, and market expansion from an operational standpoint.
• Drive sustainability initiatives across manufacturing and supply chain, including waste reduction and energy efficiency.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with commercial, finance, and R&D teams to align supply capabilities with market demand.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on operational risks, investments, and long-term planning.
• Ensure alignment between operational execution and overall business strategy.

5. Leadership & Governance

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations and supply chain organization.
• Establish strong governance frameworks, compliance standards, and risk management processes.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The Successful Applicant

Experience

• 15 to 20+ years of experience in operations and supply chain within FMCG, food and beverage, or consumer goods industries.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Experience managing multi-site operations and complex distribution networks.
• Demonstrated success in transformation, turnaround, or large-scale optimization initiatives.
• Prior experience in an executive leadership role, ideally at COO, Operations Director, or Supply Chain Director level.

Capabilities

• Strong strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability.
• Deep expertise in supply chain planning, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics.
• Financial acumen with experience managing large P&L components and cost structures.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board level.
• Experience in digital transformation and operational technology adoption.
• Familiar with Thai culture/ ability to communicate in Thai is a strong plus

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including base salary and allowances.
• Opportunity to lead a major organisation within the FMCG sector.
• Collaborative and innovative working environment.

If you are ready to make a significant impact as a Chief Operation Officer (COO), we encourage you to apply for this exciting role today!

Contact

Pla Lertsiri

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