Group General Manager

Hunters International; Selangor; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Selangor is seeking a Group General Manager to oversee all business operations and drive strategic and financial performance. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of senior management experience in the FMCG sector, strong leadership abilities, and expertise in P&L management. This role includes operational oversight and ensuring compliance with various standards. Competitive remuneration package includes a basic salary between MYR 20,000 and MYR 28,000.

Benefits

Attractive commissions

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of senior management experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, or export industries.
• Proven track record managing both management and operational divisions.
• Strong P&L management experience with evidence of driving profitable growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations including manufacturing, fulfilment, and procurement.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate all department managers for accountability.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, food safety standards, and certification requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Strategic planning

Compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Finance or related field

Job description

About Our Client:

A FMCG company that provides natural healthy lifestyle food products which supply, import, repack, distributes organic and healthy food products into supermarket, pharmacies, organic outlets, fruit shops and others all around Malaysia.

Job Description

The Group General Manager (GM) is responsible for overseeing all business operations and driving the company’s strategic and financial performance across management andoperations teams. This role acts as the central bridge between directors, departmental managers, and ground operations — ensuring smooth coordination, operational excellence, and profitable growth. The GM leads the management team, drives cross-functional alignment, and ensuresexecution of company strategy in line with its mission and values.

Job Responsibilities

1. 1. Strategic Leadership & Alignment
   • Translate company mission, vision, and annual targets into actionable plans.
   • Lead biweekly management meetings to review progress, resolve challenges, and maintain alignment across departments.
   • Conduct quarterly OKR setting and performance reviews with all managers.
   • Work closely with the 3 Directors to align on major expenses, contracts, andinvestments (for approval by Directors).
   • Prepare and present monthly performance reports summarizing key financial, operational, and people metrics.
   • Drive strategic initiatives supporting growth, export expansion, and marketpositioning.
2. 2. Operational Excellence & Bridging Management and Operations
   • Oversee all daily operations including manufacturing, fulfilment, warehouse, procurement, and administration.
   • Ensure strong alignment and collaboration between office management teams (sales, marketing, finance, HR) and ground operations.
   • Review and strengthen SOPs, systems, and workflows to enhance efficiency andscalability.
   • Oversee compliance with ISO, GMP, HACCP, HALAL, and Organic certifications.
   • Lead continuous improvement in productivity, cost efficiency, and qualityperformance.
3. 3. Financial & Commercial Performance
   • Oversee company P&L performance and ensure profitability in line with annualtargets.
   • Collaborate with Finance Manager on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
   • Monitor commercial performance across B2B, export, and marketing channels.
   • Ensure all sales and marketing investments deliver measurable ROI.
   • Drive strategic projects that contribute directly to top-line and bottom-line growth.
4. 4. People Leadership & Culture Development
   • Lead, coach, and evaluate all department managers to ensure accountability andleadership growth.
   • Oversee HR strategies for training, talent development, and succession planning.
   • Conduct quarterly manager reviews focusing on progress, challenges, and capability development.
   • Foster a culture rooted in the company’s Core Values: Passion, Learn, Efficiency, Teamwork, Communication, Honesty.
   • Strengthen interdepartmental communication and staff engagement to maintain ahigh-performance, low-turnover culture.
5. 5. Governance, Risk & Compliance
   • Ensure compliance with local laws, food safety standards, and certificationrequirements
   • Implement robust internal controls, data accuracy, and performance monitoring.
   • Identify risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and provide regular updates toDirectors.
   • Lead audit readiness and documentation for ISO, HALAL, GMP, and Organiccertification.
6. 6. Key Projects & Change Management
   • Lead and stabilize the new factory move (Rawang) — ensuring smooth transition, system readiness, and minimal downtime.
   • Oversee new product launches and ensure interdepartmental coordination(procurement, production, marketing, sales).
   • Drive key strategic projects that strengthen long-term operational and brandcompetitiveness.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Management, Finance, or any related field.
• Minimum 10 years of senior management experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, or export industries.
• Proven track record managing both management and operational divisions.
• Strong P&L management experience with evidence of driving profitable growth.
• Familiar with food manufacturing compliance and certification processes.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on leadership style.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Excellent strategic planning and financial literacy.
• Ability to align diverse teams and manage change effectively.
• High integrity and professionalism consistent with company values.
• Resilient, decisive, and adaptable under pressure.

Remuneration

• MYR 20,000 - MYR 28,000 (Basic)
• Attractive commissions

Working Location

Selayang, Selangor

Consultant in-charge

Kah Wai | [e-mail] | 012 233 3162 (WhatsApp text only)