Asia Manufacturing Ops Leader: Scale & Margin

Kerry Consulting Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry Consulting Pte Ltd is assisting a high-growth contract manufacturer to appoint a Head of Operations for Asia. You will oversee manufacturing operations across Asia, driving sustainable margin improvements and cost reductions while preserving quality and delivery commitments.

Reporting to the CEO, you will build a high-performing regional leadership team, drive continuous improvement across the footprint, and ensure compliance with stringent quality and regulatory standards in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related field with 15+ years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 5 years in multi-site operations leadership with cost reductions.
• Experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and production scale-up; regulated environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations across Asia with full accountability for performance and margin improvements.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and delivery commitments.
• Oversee manufacturing excellence, continuous improvement, and cost visibility across regional sites.
• Build and develop a high-performing regional leadership team and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Cost reduction

Lean manufacturing

Regulatory compliance

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Kerry Consulting Pte Ltd is assisting a high-growth contract manufacturer to appoint a Head of Operations for Asia. You will oversee manufacturing operations across Asia, driving sustainable margin improvements and cost reductions while preserving quality and delivery commitments.

Reporting to the CEO, you will build a high-performing regional leadership team, drive continuous improvement across the footprint, and ensure compliance with stringent quality and regulatory standards in a fast-paced,