Senior Manager, Asia Manufacturing Strategy & Operations

Ivy Enterprises, Inc.; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Medical Insurance Coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Plan

Relocation Support for New Hires

Visa Sponsorships

Job summary

Kiss Beauty Group seeks a senior operations strategist to oversee performance of Asia manufacturing subsidiaries and lead regional reviews. You will drive KPI development, process improvements, and strategic planning across global sites to optimize capacity, cost, and efficiency.

The role requires 13+ years of relevant experience, strong analytics, and ERP/BI proficiency. Compensation ranges from 91,000.00 to 172,000.00 USD annually, with relocation and visa sponsorship options where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 7–10+ years in manufacturing, supply chain, or ops strategy.
• Experience overseeing Asia operations (Vietnam/China/Korea preferred).
• Strong Excel/BI/Tableau skills and KPI mindset.
• Experience in a global, matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the operational and financial performance of manufacturing subsidiaries in Asia.
• Develop and manage KPIs.
• Lead monthly and quarterly business reviews with regional leadership.
• Identify performance gaps and implement corrective action plans.
• Formulate mid- to long-term manufacturing and supply chain strategies.
• Support capacity planning, cost optimization, and footprint strategy.
• Conduct market and operational feasibility analyses for new investments or expansions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production sites.
• Standardize processes and implement best practices across regions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve end-to-end efficiency.
• Act as liaison between HQ and Asia manufacturing teams.
• Ensure alignment on policies and reporting standards.
• Facilitate communication and project execution across time zones.
• Build dashboards and reporting systems for real-time performance tracking.
• Analyze large datasets to generate actionable insights and executive reports.
• Support ERP/MES/data integration digital transformation initiatives.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Analytical skills

ERP familiarity

SAP

Global operations

Korean/Chinese/Vietnamese (multilang)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management / Industrial Engineering / Business Administration

MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Performance Management & Financial Oversight
  • Monitor and evaluate the operational and financial performance of manufacturing subsidiaries in Asia
  • Develop and manage KPIs
  • Lead monthly and quarterly business reviews with regional leadership
  • Identify performance gaps and implement corrective action plans
• Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Formulate mid- to long-term manufacturing and supply chain strategies aligned with global business objectives
  • Support capacity planning, cost optimization, and footprint strategy (e.g., China+1, nearshoring)
  • Conduct market and operational feasibility analysis for new investments or expansions
• Operational Excellence & Process Improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production sites (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)
  • Standardize processes and implement best practices across regions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Logistics, Quality, R&D) to improve end-to-end efficiency
• HQ–Regional Coordination
  • Act as the primary liaison between HQ and Asia manufacturing teams
  • Ensure alignment on corporate policies, reporting standards, and operational priorities
  • Facilitate communication, issue resolution, and project execution across time zones
• Data Analytics & Reporting
  • Build and maintain dashboards and reporting systems for real-time performance tracking
  • Analyze large datasets to generate actionable insights and executive-level reports
  • Support digital transformation initiatives (ERP, MES, data integration)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 7–10+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations strategy roles
• Proven experience managing or overseeing operations in Asia (Vietnam, China, Korea preferred)
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI/Tableau, or similar tools
• Deep understanding of manufacturing KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Multilingual capability (Korean, Chinese, or Vietnamese is a plus)
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to travel internationally (20–40%)

Benefits

• Premium Medical Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority
• Paid Holidays
• Additional Workplace Offerings (subject to change or eligibility.)
• Annual Bonus Plan
• Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room
• Summer Fridays
• Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Relocation Support for New Hires
• Work Anniversary Recognitions
• Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• License/Certification Reimbursements
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card
• Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program and EZPass Support) Vehicle Perks

The anticipated compensation range is 91,000.00 - 172,000.00 USD Annual. Actual compensation will be determined based on various factors including qualifications, education, experience, and location. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.

Kiss Beauty Group is a global platform dedicated to creating exceptional solutions for effortless beauty. For more than three decades, we have helped transform how people engage with beauty-bringing professional-quality innovation into everyday life and making it accessible to millions of consumers around the world. Today, our brands reach consumers in over 100 countries, inspiring confidence, creativity, and self-expression.

At the heart of the group is a simple belief: beauty belongs to everyone. When people feel free to celebrate their own beauty, beauty becomes more meaningful, more joyful, and more inclusive.

Kiss Beauty Group brings together a portfolio of beauty brands-including KISS, imPRESS, Falscara, and more-that share a common purpose: helping people everywhere celebrate their beauty.

"Kiss Beauty Group" is a collective brand identity referring to a portfolio of beauty brands operated by affiliated companies. Each company operates as a separate legal entity and is responsible for its own employment and contractual obligations.

Kiss Nail Products, Inc., KDC GA Corp., Ivy Enterprises, Inc., AST Systems, LLC, Red Beauty, Inc., or Dae Do, Inc. (collectively, the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualification(s): Education(s): Bachelor of Science (B.S) (Required)

Work Experience: Experience Range V: +13 years of relevant experience or industry exposure in a related field

Skill(s): Lean Process Improvements, Manufacturing, Operational Strategies, Six Sigma Framework, Supply Chain

Language(s): English, Korean

Certification(s): Not Applicable