Alcott Global is retained by an FMCG company to search for a Head of Quality to be based in Lyon, France. 

The Head of Quality is responsible for shaping and executing the company’s quality vision across all manufacturing and supply operations, ensuring that products consistently meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction. This role leads both the strategic development and day-to-day implementation of quality assurance and control initiatives, supporting operational excellence and continuous improvement across the value chain. The Head of Quality will work cross-functionally to build strong quality systems, reinforce a culture of accountability, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and industry standards. This is a critical leadership position for a hands-on, solutions-oriented professional with proven experience in driving both systemic quality enhancements and frontline execution in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Lead the development and implementation of a practical, business-aligned quality strategy that supports organizational goals, product integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee daily QA/QC operations across internal and external manufacturing sites, ensuring adherence to company standards, specifications, and legal requirements.
• Build and manage a high-performing team of quality professionals across multiple locations, setting clear expectations and fostering continuous development and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local and international quality, food safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP, GMP), and proactively manage internal and external audits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, process efficiency, and product reliability using tools such as CAPA, root cause analysis, and statistical process control.
• Implement scalable quality management systems (QMS) and standardized procedures to ensure operational consistency and readiness across all production and distribution points.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, R&D, Legal/Compliance, and Commercial teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the product lifecycle and aligned with consumer and customer expectations.
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics and data to identify trends, prioritize action areas, and regularly report performance insights to senior management.
• Develop training programs and quality education initiatives across functions to strengthen a company-wide culture of quality and food/product safety.
• Maintain strong supplier quality assurance processes, including audits, specifications management, and corrective actions to ensure quality of raw materials and third-party manufacturing.
• Respond swiftly and decisively to quality incidents, leading investigations and corrective actions, and communicating clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Food Science, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MSc) preferred.
• 10–15+ years of quality leadership experience in FMCG or CPG manufacturing environments, with at least 5 years in a senior or multi-site operational role.
• Strong working knowledge of international quality and safety standards (e.g., ISO, GFSI, HACCP, BRC) and audit management.
• Demonstrated success in managing quality operations across multiple sites, including third-party manufacturers and suppliers.
• Practical experience with QMS implementation, regulatory compliance, and frontline quality control in a high-volume manufacturing context.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis tools, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Skilled in data-driven quality decision-making, reporting, and use of digital tools or quality software systems.
• Proven leadership ability to build, coach, and retain quality teams, fostering a strong sense of ownership and excellence.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a matrixed, fast-moving environment.
• Willingness to travel as needed to domestic and international manufacturing and supplier locations.

Location: Germany or Netherlands

Alcott Global has been retained by a leading global FMCG company to appoint a Vice President of Global Supply Chain Planning. This is a high-impact leadership role, central to the company’s growth and operational transformation.

The Opportunity

The VP will own the global planning agenda end-to-end, spanning demand forecasting, supply planning, production scheduling, inventory optimization, and customer service. This leader will be the catalyst for building an integrated, tech-enabled, and future-ready planning function that drives business performance and directly impacts the bottom line.

Reporting to the executive leadership team, this role will steer a global transformation journey: embedding Integrated Business Planning (IBP), implementing advanced digital tools, and creating a high-performing global team that ensures resilience, agility, and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Shape the global planning strategy in line with long-term growth ambitions and dynamic market realities.
• Transform planning capabilities through the adoption of IBP and world-class S&OP processes.
• Unify planning processes, systems, and tools across all geographies, building consistency and scalability.
• Develop and inspire a global team, building next-generation capabilities and a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Strengthen cross-functional alignment with commercial, finance, R&D, and operations to ensure planning directly supports sales growth, innovation, and financial performance.
• Leverage digital tools and analytics to enhance forecasting accuracy, visibility, and agility.
• Optimize global inventory levels, balancing customer service, working capital, and cost efficiency.
• Lead scenario and capacity planning to proactively anticipate risks, disruptions, and demand fluctuations.
• Champion innovation and best practices, ensuring the planning function remains ahead of industry standards.
• Drive sustainability and responsible practices through smarter planning and resource optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 20+ years of progressive global supply chain leadership, including end-to-end planning responsibility.
• Proven track record in large-scale supply chain transformation, linking planning excellence to business results.
• Expertise in demand/supply planning, S&OP/IBP, inventory management, and capacity planning.
• Experience leading diverse, international teams within complex, matrixed environments.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen; ability to connect planning with P&L impact.
• Tech-savvy leader with deep exposure to digital tools, analytics, and automation.
• Exceptional communicator with credibility at the C-suite and board level.

This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most critical global planning transformations, driving operational excellence, digital innovation, and sustainable growth on a worldwide scale.

Alcott Global is currently retained by a global client in the medical device sector to search for their Senior Director, Manufacturing and Operations Excellence Asia to be based in Singapore.

About the Role

The Senior Director, Manufacturing and Operations Excellence Asia will lead the development of teams and execution of manufacturing and operational excellence strategies to support the company’s medical device portfolio. This executive role is accountable for driving performance across all manufacturing facilities in Greater Asia, with a focus on quality, cost-efficiency, scalability, and innovation.

The role also oversees end-to-end manufacturing operations, including Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement, ensuring alignment with both short- and long-term business objectives. It will lead the implementation of operations excellence programs, including Lean, Six Sigma, and sustainability initiatives, while cultivating a high-performance culture and enhancing organizational capability through strategic leadership and talent development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacturing Leadership
  • Lead the global manufacturing organization, ensuring alignment with business goals, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
  • Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that enhance plant performance, increase productivity, and improve cost efficiency.
  • Provide leadership to the plants in scope, including safety, quality, service, and supply continuity.

• Operational Excellence & Transformation
  • Define and implement a global operational excellence roadmap to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and improve reliability.
  • Institutionalize Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies across all facilities.
  • Promote a performance-driven culture and foster best practice sharing across global sites.
    
    
• Strategic Planning & Execution
• • Drive manufacturing capacity planning, investment strategy, and technology adoption in line with long-term business growth.
  • Lead strategic initiatives focused on automation, digital transformation, and sustainability in manufacturing.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional leaders (e.g., R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain) to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing with business operations.

• Talent & Organizational Development
• • Build and develop a high-performing global manufacturing leadership team.
  • Lead workforce capability assessments and succession planning to strengthen operational leadership.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
    
    
• Stakeholder Engagement & Governance
• • Serve as a key member of the Global Operations Leadership Team.
  • Provide regular updates to executive leadership on operational performance, strategic initiatives, and risk mitigation plans.
  • Ensure compliance with international standards and regulatory requirements across all sites.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field (Master’s/MBA preferred).
• More than 10 years’ experience in a leadership role in Manufacturing with thorough understanding of the manufacturing strategies and the tactics, preferably within the medical device, FMCG, automotive or High-tech industries.
• Proven experience in operational transformation and excellence implementation across multiple regions.
• Working knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma, Validation, SAP/APO.Strategic agility and business/financial acumen.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and change management capabilities.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong planning, execution and analytical skills.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and global manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence across a matrixed and culturally diverse organization.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal presence.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly regulated, and innovation-driven environment.

Alcott Global is retained by an international consumer goods company to search for a Global Head of Engineering based in Germany.

The Global Head of Engineering leads the worldwide capital-investment agenda for all factories, ensuring every innovation, expansion, upgrade, and greenfield build delivers best-in-class productivity, sustainability, and return on invested capital. You will own the full CapEx life-cycle from early business case to start-up, acting as the single point of accountability for a multi-million-dollar portfolio of projects across our global FMCG network.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Develop and execute a global factory investment strategy aligned with long-term business, innovation, and sustainability goals
• Build and manage a 3–5 year capital expenditure (CapEx) roadmap for factory expansions, upgrades, and greenfield developments
• Oversee the full project lifecycle of major investments, from feasibility through to commissioning and performance tracking
• Lead the implementation of new processing, packaging, and manufacturing technologies across global facilities
• Ensure all investments contribute to sustainability goals, including energy efficiency, carbon reduction, waste minimization, and water stewardship
• Partner with regional and site leadership to prioritize and deliver CapEx projects that enhance capacity, resilience, and flexibility
• Monitor project performance, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and according to agreed KPIs (IRR, ROI, payback, etc.)
• Establish and enforce global standards for engineering, project governance, and safety compliance
• Manage relationships and contracts with engineering firms, equipment suppliers, and construction partners
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in factory design and project delivery processes
• Lead and develop a high-performing, cross-regional team of project managers, engineers, and investment planners
• Report regularly to senior leadership and the board on capital investment progress and outcomes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial) or related field; MBA desirable.
• 15 + years in multi-site manufacturing or engineering within FMCG/CPG; minimum 5 years at regional or global leadership level.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale capital programmes (> US$ 100 m per year) across multiple countries.
• Deep knowledge of lean manufacturing, utilities, automation, and digital plant technologies.
• Demonstrated expertise in embedding sustainability targets into CapEx master plans 
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2 or IPMA are advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic & commercial acumen
• Influencing & stakeholder management across the C-suite and site level
• Cross-cultural leadership & team development
• Data-driven decision making, strong financial literacy
• Change management & continuous-improvement mindset

Alcott Global is partnering with a global supply chain SaaS company to search for its next Vice President, Commercial for Australia. Based in Melbourne, this role  will drive commercial growth and lead customer implementations across the market. We're looking for someone with strong supply chain expertise, ideally in the retail sector, who combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership. Executive presence, a track record of scaling teams, and the ability to drive transformation are key. This is a unique opportunity to shape growth and make a lasting impact in a dynamic tech environment

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth In Australia:

• Market Leadership:
  • Build and develop a commercially successful organization in Australia, positioning the company as a market leader in digital supply chain innovation.
    Formulate and execute a comprehensive growth strategy for the Australian market, driving sales and customer acquisition.
  • Sales and Revenue Growth:
    Lead the sales function, driving revenue growth and ensuring the achievement of sales targets.
    Oversee customer onboarding, implementation, and expansion efforts to deliver a world-class customer experience and high revenue retention rates.
• Customer Engagement:
  • Foster strong relationships with key customers, providing executive-level engagement to close deals and influence outcomes.
  • Enhance customer loyalty and satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and support.
• Team Leadership and Development:
  • Build, develop, and manage a high-performing team across sales, account management, implementation, training, and support.
  • Cultivate a positive, motivating culture within the region, leveraging the role as site leader in the Melbourne office to promote collaboration and celebrate successes.
• Operational Excellence:
  • Ensure productive interaction and collaboration with clients, global partners, marketing, development, and technology teams.
  • Oversee the end-to-end customer experience, ensuring alignment with global standards and practices.

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Identify and capitalize on new market opportunities, tailoring strategies to the unique needs and dynamics of each market within the region.
• Drive business development efforts, establishing strong footholds in key markets and building long-term growth trajectories.

Key Requirements 

• Industry Expertise: Extensive experience in Supply Chain SAAS in Australia, ideally with Retail and EDI knowledge.   
• Commercial Acumen: Strong commercial background with a proven track record of achieving and surpassing sales targets.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams, manage change effectively, and inspire a culture of excellence.
• International Experience: Experience working in international organizations and managing cross-functional teams across different geographies.
• Communication Skills: Fluency in English; additional languages relevant to the Asia region are a plus. Exceptional interpersonal, networking, presentation, analytical, and influencing skills.
• Mobility: Ability to travel as needed to meet customers and for international company meetings.
• 15+ years relevant experience, 10+ years in management.