Lean Six Search | Supply Chain Recruitment
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations & Program Delivery
Lean Six Search | Supply Chain Recruitment, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations & Program Delivery
Location:
Southeast Asia
Client:
Confidential (Global Food & Ingredients Manufacturer)
Base pay range:
$140,000.00/yr – $170,000.00/yr
About the Company
Our client is a global leader in natural and value-added food ingredients with an integrated supply chain that spans from farm to factory. With a growing manufacturing footprint across Asia and beyond, they deliver sustainable, traceable, and high-quality products that power some of the world’s most recognized consumer brands.
The Role
The
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations & Program Delivery
will lead complex, cross‑functional projects across multiple manufacturing sites — spanning process optimization, capacity expansion, new product commercialization, and operational excellence.
This individual will partner closely with plant leadership, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless execution and measurable impact across cost, quality, and delivery metrics.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership:
Oversee the regional portfolio of manufacturing and operational programs — ensuring alignment with business strategy, budget, and execution timelines.
Cross‑Functional Delivery:
Drive collaboration across operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, finance, and HR to deliver integrated solutions.
Manufacturing Excellence:
Champion continuous improvement, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and PMI principles to standardize best practices and improve OEE and throughput.
Capital Projects:
Manage CAPEX initiatives, from business case development through commissioning and operational readiness.
Governance & Risk:
Establish project controls, risk frameworks, and reporting cadence for executive stakeholders.
Performance Visibility:
Deliver clear, data‑driven program dashboards, highlighting key achievements, risks, and corrective actions.
Ideal Profile
Bachelor’s degree in
Engineering, Operations, or Industrial Management ; advanced degree preferred.
5–8 years of experience leading manufacturing or operations programs in
FMCG, food, or process industries .
Proven track record of leading complex, multi‑site initiatives from concept to execution.
Strong financial and analytical acumen; experienced in building business cases and managing budgets.
Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills — capable of engaging at plant and executive levels.
Professional certifications (PMP, Lean, Six Sigma) are a plus.
Why This Role Matters This position plays a pivotal role in shaping how one of the world’s fastest‑growing food ingredient businesses scales operational excellence across its manufacturing network. It combines the rigor of project delivery with the creativity and pace of transformation.
About Lean Six Search Group
Lean Six Search is a global executive search firm specializing in end‑to‑end supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing leadership hiring. We operate across North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC, partnering with clients to identify the operational leaders driving tomorrow’s transformation.
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Southeast Asia
Client:
Confidential (Global Food & Ingredients Manufacturer)
Base pay range:
$140,000.00/yr – $170,000.00/yr
About the Company
Our client is a global leader in natural and value-added food ingredients with an integrated supply chain that spans from farm to factory. With a growing manufacturing footprint across Asia and beyond, they deliver sustainable, traceable, and high-quality products that power some of the world’s most recognized consumer brands.
The Role
The
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations & Program Delivery
will lead complex, cross‑functional projects across multiple manufacturing sites — spanning process optimization, capacity expansion, new product commercialization, and operational excellence.
This individual will partner closely with plant leadership, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless execution and measurable impact across cost, quality, and delivery metrics.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership:
Oversee the regional portfolio of manufacturing and operational programs — ensuring alignment with business strategy, budget, and execution timelines.
Cross‑Functional Delivery:
Drive collaboration across operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, finance, and HR to deliver integrated solutions.
Manufacturing Excellence:
Champion continuous improvement, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and PMI principles to standardize best practices and improve OEE and throughput.
Capital Projects:
Manage CAPEX initiatives, from business case development through commissioning and operational readiness.
Governance & Risk:
Establish project controls, risk frameworks, and reporting cadence for executive stakeholders.
Performance Visibility:
Deliver clear, data‑driven program dashboards, highlighting key achievements, risks, and corrective actions.
Ideal Profile
Bachelor’s degree in
Engineering, Operations, or Industrial Management ; advanced degree preferred.
5–8 years of experience leading manufacturing or operations programs in
FMCG, food, or process industries .
Proven track record of leading complex, multi‑site initiatives from concept to execution.
Strong financial and analytical acumen; experienced in building business cases and managing budgets.
Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills — capable of engaging at plant and executive levels.
Professional certifications (PMP, Lean, Six Sigma) are a plus.
Why This Role Matters This position plays a pivotal role in shaping how one of the world’s fastest‑growing food ingredient businesses scales operational excellence across its manufacturing network. It combines the rigor of project delivery with the creativity and pace of transformation.
About Lean Six Search Group
Lean Six Search is a global executive search firm specializing in end‑to‑end supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing leadership hiring. We operate across North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC, partnering with clients to identify the operational leaders driving tomorrow’s transformation.
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