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Engineering Director - Industrial Operations

Philippines

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

33076

Published date:

2023-11-23

Summary

Alcott Global is currently working with a global company in the food industry to search for their Engineering Director – Industrial Operations to be based in the Philippines.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Industrial Operation Engineering Director is responsible for the strategic planning, organization, administration, management, direction, and coordination of the activities of Industrial Operations Engineering support services within the organization in accordance with the organizational and business objectives. Provides support to new products/ ventures in design, cost estimates and development of new equipment and process as required for the manufacturing operations and other related activities of the new products/ventures project.

Ensures strict compliance to good practices in food manufacturing such Engineering standard, Health and Safety standards, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points, ISO and other related standards of Good Manufacturing Practices in the design and installation of equipment to ensure compliance to Quality, Sanitation, Hygiene, Health and Safety, and Food Security regulations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plans, directs, coordinates, and oversees the activities of Engineering to support the organization’s goals and objectives.
Coordinates the preparation and implementation of major projects to support client’s Co-packers, Joint Ventures, and Plants within and outside of Asia.
Evaluates the technical capabilities of Engineering Team

Providing technical leadership to all engineering and development areas.

Conducts process and machine design development to improve the manufacturing operation.
Ensures strict compliance with all design and installation works.
Reviews, recommends, and approves design premise, specifications, cost estimates, job order, purchase order, contracts in accordance with the Company’s Financial Authority Policy.
Plans project requirements and resources to ensure tasks are delivered according to specifications, budget, and timeline.
Facilitates project reviews, status update and coordination meetings with project proponents, support groups and other service providers (contractors & suppliers).
Signs/approves relevant permits to ensure compliance of contractors, suppliers, and other service providers.
Recommends/approves assessment/qualification of contractors and suppliers.
Attends relevant training courses to keep up with current and developing trends.
Participates actively in Company’s Continuous Improvements Programs and to lead and direct activities related to improvements as needed.
Mentors new engineering managers and staff.
Performs related duties as maybe assigned every now and then.
Utility Services management.

REQUIREMENTS:

Graduate of Bachelor/Master of Science in Engineering
With at least ten (10) years relevant experience in design, project engineering/project management in a manufacturing environment; with proven track record in delivering projects timely and on cost.
Knowledgeable in preparing project plans, timelines, cost estimates and bill of materials.
Promotes Safety compliance in the office and work area.
Mastery of engineering principles and sanitary/hygienic design standards
Well acquainted with engineering calculations to support design decisions and material choices.
Conversant in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, Piping and instrumentation diagram and flow sheets and translate it to process information.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Has initiative, goal oriented and able to work within tight deadlines.

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Vice President Business Development

United States

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

33080

Published date:

2023-11-22

Summary

Alcott Global has been retained by a leading player within the Apparel and Retail Supply Chain solutions. Our client works with some of the biggest Apparel Brands and Retailers in designing, sourcing, and delivering a diverse range of products globally. They have a global network across 40+ markets and strong production and supplier network. They are looking for a Vice-President Business Development for the US market to drive strategic expansion and build new customers.

Location: Flexible with locations within the US

Reporting to: COO

Job Responsibilities:

Building strategic capability to drive new Brand Acquisition across the key apparel categories.
Creating the right market activation strategies to ensure customer attraction.
Build strong relationships with key client stakeholders and industry influencers to maximize business growth and identify new opportunities.
Ensure that business leads and opportunities translate to sustainable business growth.
Build a high-performing teams that are focused on customer engagement and ensure delivery through the strategic supply organisation.
Building high customer loyalty, high product retention rates, by promoting the sustainable business strategy and initiatives.
Build up and lead a strong business development team, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.
Bring in market intelligence of current with supply and demand, changing trends, economic indicators and competitors.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product development, and operations, to ensure alignment and effective execution of business development initiatives.
Identify and evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and investment opportunities to support the company’s growth objectives.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail, Marketing, or a related field.
Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in business development or related roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position. Ideally within the Apparel & Fashion industry
Willingness to travel as required to meet business needs.
Capability to build long-term relationships with clients.
In-depth knowledge of selling strategies and methods, as well as employee motivation techniques.
Strong industry knowledge within apparel, home care of retail markets.

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Global Vice President Sustainability

Europe

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

33078

Published date:

2023-11-20

Summary

Global Vice President Sustainability

Alcott Global is retained by an international consumer goods company to search for a Global Vice President Sustainability. The role is based in Central Europe.

Role Purpose:

As the VP Sustainability, you’ll build a new function from scratch, and be responsible for spearheading initiatives aimed at reducing the organization's carbon footprint and minimizing its environmental impact. The role will focus on developing and implementing global strategies to enhance environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and overall EHS (environment, health, and safety) responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

Define and build the function, develop and implement a comprehensive global EHS & Sustainability strategy aligned with the company’s overall business objectives.
Drive global environmental sustainability programs with a focus on minimizing carbon footprint, optimizing water usage, and reducing waste generation.
Establish a world-class safety culture globally by implementing proactive measures to prevent accidents and occupational hazards.
Develop and implement standardized health and safety policies and procedures to ensure a uniform approach across all regions.
Stay abreast of global EHS and sustainability regulations, ensuring company’s compliance across all regions.
Provide guidance to regional teams to ensure consistent implementation of sustainable practice and EHS strategies to meet local regulatory requirements.
Build and nurture relationships with internal stakeholders, employees, and external partners on a global scale to foster a culture of sustainability and responsibility.
Represent the company in international forums and industry initiatives related to
Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and report on the effectiveness of global EHS and sustainability initiatives.
Provide regular updates to executive leadership on the progress and impact of sustainability programs.

Key Skills:

15+ years’ experience in Supply Chain and manufacturing functions, demonstrating a profound understanding of the field.
Strong understanding of international environmental regulations, safety standards, and sustainable business practices. Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing global sustainability and EHS strategies.
Extensive experience in food and beverage or agriculture manufacturing industry, and familiarity with supply chain best practices

Experience in senior leadership roles focused on EHS and sustainability, effectively leading and guiding teams to success.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a track record of successful collaboration with different stakeholders from multiple countries and organizational levels
Good communication and presentation skills

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Director, Global Procurement

Bangkok, Thailand

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

33077

Published date:

2023-11-20

Summary

Director, Global Procurement Alcott Global is retained to search for Director, Global Procurement with one of the world's leading consumer food companies. We are looking for an agile leader who has successfully transformed the global procurement function and teams contributing to the realisation of the organization’s growth and goals. Responsibilities

• Establishing a global procurement structure and establishing a world-class procurement organization • Standardizing procurement policy/process/authorization level/payment terms, etc. • Utilize technology for the procurement function and Implement e-auction • Developing procurement management strategies and best practices to ensure maximum value in line with the global

business strategy. • Designing and implementing a proper supplier base across the Globe to keep a relationship with major suppliers that

will guarantee access to innovation • Negotiating prices with suppliers on behalf of the company to ensure that costs are kept low while maintaining high-

quality standards • Creating demand forecasts based on market research and industry trends to predict future demand for products or

services • Reviewing bids from suppliers to ensure that they comply with specified requirements • Ensuring relationships with key stakeholders in the business are fostered to maintain and improve compliance • Managing supplier performance by monitoring delivery timeframes and the quality of goods or services provided • Monitoring inventory levels to ensure that there is enough supply to meet demand • Communicating effectively to all levels of the company regarding procurement status. • Lead, coach and train a team of direct reports

Qualifications

• Master/Bachelor’s degree in economics, food, business, supply chain management or related disciplines. • Minimum of 12+ years of experience in increasing scope and responsibility within procurement/supply chain, ideally

within the consumer-packaged food industry. • Lead with a continuous improvement mindset and can-do attitude. • Strong understanding of procurement, business, and food/raw material industry. • Ability to understand/communicate/present and execute procurement strategies • Navigate within a cross-functional matrix environment. • Successfully lead or participate in multiple projects simultaneously. • Demonstrated knowledge of contract management and resolution procedures. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

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Head of Logistics Europe

Central Europe

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

32977

Published date:

2023-10-25

Summary

Alcott Global is retained by a leading consumer electronics company to search for a Head of Logistics Europe. The role is based in Central Europe.

Role Purpose:

A senior leadership role managing end-to-end logistics operations across the region, you’ll drive Logistics operations, service levels and budgets for the Distribution Centres/3rd Party providers and transportation. Working across all functions, you’ll play a key role in maximising customer service within the operation through the development of highly talented, motivated and engaged teams within a continuous improvement environment.

You’ll be crucial to the success of the ongoing change programme. With your extensive background and experience as a logistics leader, you will drive and develop an open team culture that encourages and rewards a desire for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Development: Formulating and executing a robust logistics strategy.
Transformation: lead Supply Chain transformation for the future
Advanced Analytics: Driving the adoption of cutting-edge analytics and modeling throughout the entire supply chain.
Productivity: Delivering and continually enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.
Vendor Relations: Managing relationships with all regional third-party logistics providers.
Compliance Assurance: Ensuring full compliance with established plans, standards, and ethical guidelines.
Team Leadership: Leading and cultivating a high-performing team, fostering enthusiasm and skill development.
Operational Excellence: Enforcing the New Ways of Working.

Key Skills:

15+ years’ experience in supply chain functions, demonstrating a profound understanding of the field.
Extensive experience in the Consumer Electronics industry and familiarity with supply chain best practices
Excellent background in Customer Service & Logistics and Supply Network
Strong understanding of critical planning processes, including demand, production planning and scheduling
A wealth of experience and a profound comprehension of Logistics, encompassing strategy, design, and operations.
10+ years of team leadership experience, effectively leading and guiding teams to success
Outstanding interpersonal skills and a strong team-player mindset, contributing collaboratively to achieve shared objectives.

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Responsible Sourcing & Procurement Synergy Director

Shanghai

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

32975

Published date:

2023-10-24

EVP - Sustainability and Supply Chain Transformation

Pennsylvania

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

32945

Published date:

2023-10-16

Vice President, Supply Chain

Singapore

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

32936

Published date:

2023-10-09

Summary

Vice President, Supply Chain

Our client is a global leader in the high-tech industry, renowned for pioneering innovations and cutting-edge technologies that drive advancements in various sectors. With a strong presence in Asia-Pacific, the company is committed to delivering excellence in supply chain operations to support its global business endeavours.

Position Overview:

As the Vice President of Supply Chain, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and optimizing the supply chain operations within the dynamic industry. Your strategic leadership and operational expertise will be instrumental in driving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and continuous improvement in the Asia-Pacific region.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy for the Asia-Pacific region in alignment with the company's global objectives.
Identify and evaluate opportunities for strategic partnerships, process enhancements, and cost-saving initiatives to ensure competitive advantage.
Lead the execution of supply chain initiatives to support business expansion and enhance customer satisfaction.
Oversee demand and supply planning processes to ensure accurate forecasting, inventory optimization, and on-time product delivery.
Monitor market trends and customer requirements, proactively adjusting supply chain plans to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
Cultivate a customer-centric culture within the supply chain organization, focusing on service excellence and prompt issue resolution.
Attract top talent and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the supply chain team.
Implement succession planning strategies to ensure a robust pipeline of capable leaders within the organization.
Utilize data analytics and business intelligence tools to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for optimization.
Lead change management efforts for process enhancements, system upgrades, and organizational restructuring projects.
Encourage cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation, streamline processes, and achieve cost efficiencies.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
A minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain management, preferably within the high-tech, technology, or related industry.
A proven track record of successfully managing complex supply chain operations in a multinational organization, with specific experience in the Asia-Pacific region.
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the capacity to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
In-depth knowledge of supply chain best practices

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Vice President-Supply Chain, Asia Pacific

Singapore

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

32504

Published date:

2023-06-09

Summary

Vice President-Supply Chain, Asia Pacific

Our client is a leading organization in the healthcare industry, specializing in medical technology, devices, and diagnostic solutions. With a global presence and a strong market reputation, the Company is dedicated to improving patient care and healthcare outcomes, positioning itself as a trusted partner for healthcare providers worldwide.

The Vice President Supply Chain, APAC is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the end-to-end supply chain operations in the Asia-Pacific region. The incumbent will provide strategic direction, drive operational excellence, and ensure the efficient and effective management of resources to support company's business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute the supply chain strategy for the APAC region, aligned with the overall business objectives of the company.
Identify and evaluate opportunities for strategic partnerships, process improvements, and cost optimizations.
Ensure effective implementation of supply chain initiatives to support business growth and enhance customer satisfaction.
Lead the demand and supply planning processes to ensure accurate forecasting, inventory optimization, and on-time delivery to meet customer demands.
Monitor market trends and customer requirements to proactively adjust supply chain plans and mitigate potential risks.
Drive a customer-centric culture within the supply chain organization, ensuring exceptional service levels and timely resolution of customer inquiries or issues.
Build and develop a high-performing supply chain organization, attracting top talent and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
Define roles and responsibilities, establish performance expectations, and provide coaching and development opportunities for team members.
Identify future talent needs and implement succession planning strategies to ensure a strong pipeline of capable leaders.
Define key performance indicators (KPIs) for the supply chain function and develop dashboards or scorecards to monitor and report performance against targets.
Utilize data analytics and business intelligence tools to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for optimization.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the supply chain organization, promoting lean methodologies and driving operational excellence initiatives.
Lead change management efforts to implement process improvements, system enhancements, and organizational restructuring projects.
Encourage cross-functional collaboration and engagement to drive innovation, streamline processes, and achieve cost savings.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain management, preferably in the healthcare, medical device or tech industry.
Proven track record of successfully managing complex supply chain operations in a multinational organization, with experience in the Asia-Pacific region.
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, driving a culture of continuous improvement.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
In-depth knowledge of supply chain best practices, including operations, demand planning, procurement, production, logistics, and distribution.
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements related to supply chain operations in the healthcare industry.

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