Business Operation Manager (Manufacturing)

Global Vantage Innovative Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain management firm in Singapore is looking for a Production Coordinator to ensure efficient delivery on client orders. You will oversee the translation of sales orders into actionable production plans, collaborate with procurement to secure necessary materials, and manage the production schedule. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in operations coordination or supply chain management and excels in problem-solving and collaboration. This role offers the opportunity to impact the operational efficiency of the company significantly.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in production planning, operations coordination, or supply chain management.
• Proven experience managing complex processes and coordination between teams.
• Strong understanding of the end-to-end production lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery on promises to clients with precision and efficiency.
• Serve as the primary contact for sales regarding order status and timelines.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure materials are available.
• Manage day-to-day manufacturing schedules and monitor production progress.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Coordinate logistics to ensure timely dispatch of finished goods.

Skills

Meticulously Organized

Problem-Solving

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Commercial Mindset

Collaborative Communication

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field

Job description

Your mission is to ensure we deliver on our promises to clients with precision, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. You will be the critical link between our Sales, Procurement, Production, and Logistics teams.

Order-to-Plan Translation

• Receive incoming sales orders from the Commercial team and translate them into a clear, actionable production plan.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the sales team regarding order status, timelines, and feasibility.

Material & Procurement Coordination

• Collaborate closely with the Procurement team to verify that all necessary raw materials and packaging components are available to meet the production schedule.
• Proactively flag any potential material shortages and work with the team to find solutions.

Production Scheduling & Management

• Work hand-in-hand with the Production team to create and manage the day-to-day manufacturing schedule.
• Monitor production progress against the plan, identify any bottlenecks or delays, and proactively solve issues to keep things on track.

Operational Cost Management

• Monitor and manage operational costs related to production runs, including material wastage, labor, and logistics.
• Continuously identify and recommend opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements within the order-to-dispatch process.
• Work with the logistics team to ensure dispatch methods are both timely and cost-effective.

Finished Goods & Logistics Coordination

• Ensure a seamless handover of finished goods from Production to the Warehouse.
• Coordinate with the Logistics team to ensure products are packed correctly and dispatched on time to meet client deadlines.

Who You Are (The Ideal Candidate Profile)

• You are Meticulously Organized – You have exceptional attention to detail and can manage multiple moving parts without letting anything fall through the cracks. You love checklists, timelines, and a well-executed plan.
• You are a Natural Problem-Solver – You don’t just identify problems; you take the initiative to solve them. You can think on your feet and find creative solutions when faced with unexpected challenges.
• You have an Entrepreneurial Mindset – You take immense ownership of your work. You treat every order as if it’s for your own business and are driven to deliver excellence.
• You are Commercially-Minded– You understand how operational decisions about time, materials, and shipping directly impact the company’s bottom line.
• You are a Great Collaborator – You are a clear and proactive communicator who can work effectively with people from different teams to achieve a common goal.

Qualifications

• A degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a relevant role such as production planning, operations coordination, or supply chain management, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in managing complex processes and coordinating between multiple teams.
• A strong understanding of the end-to-end production lifecycle is highly desirable.

Other Details

• Reports To: Chief Operating Officer
• Location: Pantech Business Hub, 194 Pandan Loop, Singapore 128383
• Application: Please send in your application along with your CV to [e-mail]