Operations Head for Mindanao ( Food Operations )

Career Connect; Cagayan de Oro; On-site; PHP 614,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Connect seeks an Operations Head for Mindanao to oversee company-owned stores across districts, driving growth and efficiency while aligning with company standards. You'll provide strategic leadership to District Managers and focus on sales, cost control, and customer satisfaction within a fast-paced FMCG environment.

The role requires 7–10 years in Retail/F&B with at least 5 years in senior leadership, plus a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Food Technology, or related field.
• Master's degree is an advantage.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in Retail, Food & Beverage, Restaurant, Bakery, QSR, Convenience Store, or multi-branch operations.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee District Managers to drive operational excellence, sales growth, and compliance with policies and standards while monitoring KPIs.
• Maximize sales and profitability through strategic marketing, financial analysis, and customer experience improvements.
• Budget planning, cost management, and ensuring profitability across multiple stores.
• Drive long-term growth through strategic planning and execution of corporate initiatives.

Job description

Operations Head for Mindanao ( Food Operations )

Full time | Philippines

Job Information

FMCG/Foods/Beverage

Work Experience 5+ years

55,000 - 65,000

City Cagayan de Oro City

State/Province Misamis Oriental

9000

Job Description

This Operations Head for Mindanao overseas the operations of company-owned stores across multiple districts, ensuring business growth, operational efficiency and adherence to company standards. This role provides strategic leadership to District Managers, driving sales performance, cost control and customer satisfaction while aligning with the company's overall vision and objective.

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT:

Oversee District Managers to drive operational excellence, sales growth, and compliance with company policies and standards while monitoring KPIs and implementing corrective actions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales and Profitability

Maximize sales & profitability through strategic marketing, financial analysis and customer experience improvements

Develop and lead high-performing teams through mentorship, workforce planning and culture accountability

Budget & Cost Management

Optimize financial resources by managing budgets, implementing cost-saving measures and ensuring profitability

Strategic Planning & Execution

Drive long term business growth through strategic planning, operational enhancements and corporate initiative execution

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Food Technology, or any related field. A Master's degree is an advantage.

Must have at least 7-10 years of progressive experience in Retail, Food & Beverage (F&B), Restaurant, Bakery, QSR, Convenience Store, or Multi-Branch Operations, with at least5 years in a senior leadership rolemanaging multiple locations.

Proven experience overseeingmulti-unit or multi-district operations, with responsibility for driving sales performance, profitability, operational excellence, and business expansion.

Strong background insales management, business development, and implementing strategies that consistently achieve revenue and profit targets.

Demonstrated success in leading and developing District Managers, Area Managers, or Operations Managers while building high-performing and engaged teams.

Extensive experience inbudget planning, P&L management, cost control, labor productivity, inventory management, and financial analysis.

Strong understanding of retail and food service operations, including customer service excellence, food safety, quality assurance, and compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Excellent leadership, coaching, mentoring, and people management skills with the ability to influence and drive organizational performance.

Strategic thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with ERP, POS, or retail management systems is an advantage.

Highly results-driven, customer-focused, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, multi-site operating environment.

Willing to travel extensively and conduct regular visits to company-owned stores across assigned territories.