STRATEGIC PLANNING MANAGER

Job Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Direct and optimise daily operations across production, supply chain, and quality assurance.
• Product Data Analysis: Evaluate production and sales data to identify insights, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Menu Profit & Loss (P&L) Management: Oversee menu and product line profitability, including costing, pricing, and margin optimisation.
• Project Implementation & Promotion: Lead the rollout of new product initiatives, process improvements, and marketing promotions.
• Continuous Improvement: Introduce best practices such as Lean Manufacturing, automation, and digital tools to enhance productivity and sustainability.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with Singapore food safety standards, workplace safety requirements, and international quality certifications.
• People Development: Mentor and guide operations teams, building a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, distributors, and regulators to achieve operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Food Science, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in food manufacturing or operations management.
• Demonstrated success in P&L ownership, process optimisation, and strategic execution.
• Strong analytical capability with experience in data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in spoken and written Chinese is required to facilitate communication with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.
• Knowledge of regulatory and quality standards in food manufacturing across China and South Asia would be an advantage.