Vice President of Production (Native Chinese Speaker)

Whitecollars; Dammam; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global industrial manufacturing group is seeking a Vice President of Production to lead strategic and operational activities in their Dammam facility, Saudi Arabia. This executive position involves improving efficiency, overseeing production planning, quality management, and team development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience. This role offers competitive compensation and the chance to shape international manufacturing operations.

Benefits

Executive-level leadership role

Exposure to advanced industrial technologies

Long-term career growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• At least 3 years in a production or manufacturing management role.
• Experience in the power systems or electrical manufacturing sector highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute production plans aligned with business strategy.
• Ensure optimal resource allocation and high-quality delivery.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive quality management system.
• Implement national safety regulations and internal HSE systems.
• Design production organizational structures and staffing plans.

Skills

Strong English communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Background in Engineering, Science, Business Administration

Job description

Company Description

Our client is a globally oriented, high-tech industrial manufacturing group specializing in power and electrical solutions. With strong in-house capabilities spanning R&D, advanced manufacturing, quality assurance, and after-sales service, the organization serves international power utilities and industrial markets with a broad portfolio of medium- and low-voltage electrical products.

Operating multiple manufacturing facilities and adhering to international quality and safety standards, our client is recognized for its commitment to reliability, innovation, and operational excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead large-scale production operations within a fast-growing, internationally active organization.

Job Description

We are seeking a Vice President of Production to provide strategic and operational leadership for all production-related activities. This executive will play a critical role in driving efficiency, quality, cost optimization, and team performance across manufacturing operations, while ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and market demand.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Operations

• Develop and execute annual, quarterly, and monthly production plans aligned with business strategy and market requirements
• Ensure optimal allocation of resources and on-time, high-quality delivery
• Identify, analyze, and resolve production bottlenecks
• Coordinate closely with Sales, Procurement, and R&D to ensure operational alignment

Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Establish, standardize, and continuously optimize production processes and SOPs
• Drive productivity, efficiency, and cost-reduction initiatives
• Ensure disciplined execution and controlled process changes

Equipment & Facilities Management

• Implement robust equipment management and preventive maintenance systems
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and technical upgrades
• Participate in equipment selection and automation initiatives to enhance productivity

Quality Management

• Establish and maintain a comprehensive quality management system
• Define and enforce quality objectives in line with regulatory, industry, and customer requirements
• Lead quality inspections, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and customer satisfaction

Cost & Resource Control

• Control production costs related to materials, labor, and energy
• Optimize resource utilization and operational efficiency
• Support supplier management and procurement negotiations

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Implement national safety regulations and internal HSE systems
• Define safety objectives and conduct training, audits, and risk assessments
• Lead investigations and corrective actions for safety incidents

Leadership & Talent Development

• Design production organizational structures and staffing plans
• Manage performance, training, and leadership development
• Build a high-performing, engaged, and accountable production team

Material Control & Procurement Oversight

• Supervise material planning, inventory control, and turnover
• Ensure procurement processes are compliant, transparent, and well-documented

Strategic & Cross-Functional Contribution

• Participate in major management decisions and strategic initiatives
• Represent production in internal and external coordination as needed
• Perform additional responsibilities assigned by senior leadership

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or anyequivalent degree.
• Background in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, or related fields

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
• At least 3 years in a production or manufacturing management role
• Experience within the power systems or electrical manufacturing sector is highly desirable

Skills & Competencies

• Strong English communication skills
• Solid understanding of enterprise operations, including strategy, finance, and HR fundamentals
• Proven leadership, project management, and cross-functional coordination capabilities
• Strong system-thinking and global mindset
• High integrity, resilience, and ability to perform under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cross-cultural adaptability
• Willingness and ability to work in an overseas environment

Why Join?

• Executive-level leadership role with high strategic impact
• Opportunity to shape and scale manufacturing operations in a growing international organization
• Exposure to advanced industrial technologies and global markets
• Competitive executive compensation and long-term career growth