GM, Textile Operations — Malaysia (Launch Role)

VenTara Corp/Hi-Tech Fabrics; Johor Bahru; Remote; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

VenTara Corporation/Hi-Tech Fabrics is expanding with a General Manager for the Malaysia Office. This senior, hands-on role requires launching operations, building a local team, and driving sourcing, QC, and logistics from Malaysia.

You will travel regionally to mills, negotiate terms, and report to North Carolina headquarters. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in Malaysian textile/apparel, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of export docs, with fluency in English and willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Textiles, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field required.
• Minimum 6 years in Malaysian textile/apparel industry with leadership experience.
• Strong negotiation skills with mills; ability to manage pricing and delivery.
• Proven knowledge of export documentation, Malaysian customs, and shipping.
• Excellent English; Chinese/Malay languages a plus; travel frequently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook; experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Launch, build, and run the Malaysia Office with entrepreneurial leadership.
• Travel across Malaysia to visit mills, develop fabrics, and source partners.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and MOQs to protect margins.
• Coordinate shipping, logistics, and export documentation to HQ.
• Recruit, train, and scale QC, sourcing, and logistics teams.
• Report regularly to North Carolina HQ and maintain HQ relationships.
• Establish a local office setup including site selection and compliance.

Skills

Entrepreneurial drive

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Quality mindset

Self-direction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Textiles, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field

Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) is a plus

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

ERP systems

Job description

VenTara Corporation/Hi-Tech Fabrics is expanding with a General Manager for the Malaysia Office. This senior, hands-on role requires launching operations, building a local team, and driving sourcing, QC, and logistics from Malaysia.

You will travel regionally to mills, negotiate terms, and report to North Carolina headquarters. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in Malaysian textile/apparel, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of export docs, with fluency in English and willingness to travel