Manufacturing General Manager (Expatriate position)

Spectra360; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectra360 seeks a General Manager to lead the APAC Region – Philippines operation, directing manufacturing, quality, supply chain and financial performance. You will translate corporate strategy into local execution, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement while reporting to the CEO.

Global liaison and governance are key aspects of the role. Reporting to the CEO, you will foster a culture of accountability, safety, and employee engagement, with strategic leadership for the Subsidiary and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Manufacturing leadership experience: minimum 15 years in progressive roles.
• Executive management experience: minimum 8 years leading multi-functional teams.
• Prior GM, Plant Director, or Operations VP experience with P&L responsibility.
• Global/multinational exposure including APAC region leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the subsidiary in support of global manufacturing and operations strategy.
• Develop and execute annual operating plan and long-term roadmap.
• Align objectives with corporate priorities and business needs.
• Provide strategic recommendations on capacity, investments, and org development.
• Establish annual objectives and monitor KPIs across the business.
• Direct all manufacturing to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost targets.
• Oversee procurement, planning, inventory, logistics, and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with ISO/QMS and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational excellence

Financial acumen

Cross-cultural leadership

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

ERP Systems (MS Dynamics, SAP, Oracle)

Job description

• Department / Group: APAC Region – Philippines
• Travel within the APAC region as required.
• Periodic travel to US corporate headquarters and other international facilities (typically 15–25% of the time [once per quarter]).

POSITION SUMMARY

The General Manager (GM) serves as the president of the Subsidiary and is responsible for the overall leadership, operational performance, financial results, regulatory compliance, and organizational effectiveness of the Subsidiary. The GM ensures the Subsidiary consistently delivers world‑class manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, quality, and support services that enable global business objectives.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the GM translates corporate strategy into operational execution while maintaining alignment with manufacturing, quality, financial, and governance standards. The GM provides strategic leadership for the Subsidiary while fostering a culture of operational excellence, continuous improvement, accountability, safety, and employee engagement.

The GM serves as the primary executive liaison between the parent company and the Subsidiary, ensuring transparent communication, effective decision‑making, and strong collaboration across global functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic & Executive Leadership

• Lead the subsidiary in support of the global manufacturing and operational strategy.
• Develop and execute the subsidiary's annual operating plan and long‑term operational roadmap.
• Ensure organizational objectives are aligned with corporate priorities and business requirements.
• Provide strategic recommendations regarding manufacturing capabilities, capacity planning, operational improvements, capital investments, and organizational development.
• Establish annual performance objectives and monitor progress through key performance indicators (KPIs).

Manufacturing & Operations Leadership

• Direct all manufacturing operations to achieve excellence in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance.
• Ensure efficient utilization of personnel, equipment, facilities, and manufacturing assets.
• Drive ISO quality management system, automation, digital manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop operational capabilities that support current and future production requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.

Supply Chain & Materials Management

• Oversee procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, warehousing, and supplier performance.
• Ensure reliable and cost‑effective supply of materials supporting manufacturing requirements.
• Collaborate with global supply chain teams to optimize sourcing strategies, inventory levels, and logistics performance.
• Manage supply chain risks and implement appropriate mitigation plans.
• Support strategic supplier development and localization initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
• Assume full Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for the Subsidiary.
• Develop annual operating budgets, financial forecasts, and capital expenditure plans.
• Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions to achieve financial objectives.
• Optimize manufacturing costs, cash flow, inventory investment, and working capital.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with corporate policies and applicable accounting standards.

Quality, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable local laws, regulations, environmental requirements, labor laws, and corporate policies.
• Maintain robust ISO quality management systems and applicable industry certifications.
• Promote a zero‑harm safety culture and continuous improvement in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) performance.
• Ensure effective risk management, internal controls, and business continuity planning.
• Lead responses to regulatory inspections, audits, and corporate compliance reviews.

Organizational Leadership

• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing leadership team.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Lead talent development, succession planning, and organizational capability building.
• Promote employee engagement and effective communication throughout the organization.
• Ensure compensation, performance management, and workforce planning align with corporate philosophy and local market conditions.

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Provide executive oversight for manufacturing engineering, process engineering, maintenance, and technical services.
• Ensure manufacturing processes remain competitive, reliable, and scalable.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), manufacturing transfers, equipment upgrades, and process optimization.
• Encourage innovation that improves operational performance and manufacturing capability.

Parent Company Collaboration & Corporate Governance

• Serve as the principal executive representative of the Subsidiary to global executive leadership.
• Ensure effective implementation of corporate strategies, policies, and operational initiatives.
• Provide timely reporting on operational, financial, organizational, quality, and compliance performance.
• Collaborate closely with global Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, HR, Quality, and IT functions.
• Ensure compliance with delegated authorities, corporate governance requirements, and board directives.
• Balance local operational flexibility with adherence to corporate standards and global objectives.
• Support commercial functions (Sales, PLM) by ensuring consistent product quality, delivery performance, and manufacturing responsiveness.
• Participate in strategic customer meetings, audits, and issue resolution as requested.
• Maintain productive relationships with key suppliers, regulatory authorities, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Support commercial initiatives through operational excellence rather than direct sales responsibility.

Optional Strategic Growth Responsibilities

• Evaluate opportunities for expanding manufacturing capabilities within the APAC region.
• Recommend strategic investments, acquisitions, partnerships, or facility expansions.
• Support regional business growth initiatives through manufacturing readiness and operational planning.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Manufacturing Leadership: Minimum 15 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Executive Management: Minimum 8 years leading multi‑functional manufacturing organizations.
• Prior Executive Roles: Previous experience as a General Manager, Plant Director, Managing Director, Operations VP, or equivalent executive role.
• P&L Responsibility: Demonstrated experience with full Profit & Loss (P&L) management.
• Global & U.S. Corporate Exposure: Experience leading manufacturing operations within a multinational organization and working closely with U.S.-based corporate leadership.
• Regional Expertise: Significant experience in cross‑cultural leadership and strong knowledge of manufacturing operations within the APAC region.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Management Systems, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Capital Investment Planning, ERP Systems (Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, SAP), Risk Management, EHS, Corporate Governance, and Regulatory Compliance.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES & EXPECTATIONS

• Core Expectations: Lead with integrity, build cross‑cultural trust, make data‑driven decisions, foster global collaboration, develop future leaders, champion continuous improvement, and balance strategic vision with disciplined execution.
• Key Competencies: Entrepreneurial Mindset, Innovative Capability, Strategic Leadership, Operational Excellence, Financial Acumen, Cross‑Cultural Leadership, Executive Communication, Change Leadership, and Collaboration.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Travel within the APAC region as required.
• Periodic travel to US corporate headquarters and other international facilities (typically 15–25% of the time [once per quarter]).