Senior Manager, Food Business Development Factories

KOUFU PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end operations of its factories and central kitchens. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and excellent management skills. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety standards, managing production schedules, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ hands-on experience in a fast-paced Food Manufacturing Process environment.
• Excellent knowledge of production, ordering, and inventory of food service products and equipment.
• Proven track record of generating commercial growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end operations of factories/central kitchens and leading the team.
• Ensure all required KPIs are met according to business operations’ goals.
• Maintain production areas to ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective management skills

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

Diploma/Degree in Culinary Education / Supply Chain Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Salary: Depending on experiences

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for complete end-to-end operations of the factories/central kitchens including team development, health & safety, food safety & quality, cost, P&L, experimental compliance, people development, and service.
• Responsible for growing the revenue through proactively seeking new business opportunities, and developing and executing of business strategies.
• Ensure all required KPIs are met accordingly to business operations’ goals on safety, production, quality, and costs.
• Collect & analyze data in order to proactively identify production issues or develop plans to resolve existing issues.
• Responsible for creating and sustaining a world-class culture around people and food safety, quality, customer experience, and history-making fun.
• Oversee production managers/team to ensure that the production stays on schedule, from the raw material to the production line to packaging to cleaning & delivery.
• Overall in charge of all Fleet (Vehicles, Logistics/Warehouse division and Drivers).
• Onboard, train, and develop production managers and production workers creating an environment where leaders are developed.
• Maintain overall responsibility for the factories/central kitchens, including safety, quality, cost, productivity, and delivery.
• Implement all SOPs and drive compliance with ISO22000 and HALAL certifications.
• Maintain production areas to ensure compliance with company quality, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Ensure work shifts are planned to provide high efficiency & quality to customers on time, in full, and with cost-effectiveness.
• Provide a safe working environment by maintaining quality equipment and enforcing adherence to developed work practices.
• Ensure employees have the right tools, knowledge, and equipment required to do their jobs effectively and safely.
• Promote a culture of world-class performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
• Provide coaching, teaching, and mentorship to a diverse and engaged team.
• Execute any other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Diploma/Degree in Culinary Education / Supply Chain Management or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 10 years’ hands-on experience in a fast-paced Food Manufacturing Process environment will be preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of Production, ordering and inventory of food service products and equipment.
• Proven track record of generating commercial growth.
• Knowledge on SFA / HACCP and ISO22000 standard requirements.
• Possess effective management skills.
• Analytical thinker, and decision-maker with focus on action and outcomes who drives results.
• Possess the capability to lead, motivate and manage subordinates.
• Decisive and committed, able to work under pressure.
• PC literate with knowledge of MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.