General Director (Food ingredient)

• Global Leading Multinational Company
• Leads the business to the next level

About Our Client

Our client is a global leading company with strong R&D and operation across the globe

Job Description

Commercial-Driven

• Strategic Planning & Sales Growth: Align operations with Vision 2030, drive long-term strategies, and maximise Return On Net Assets and shareholder value.
• Business Development & Customer Management: Expand market share, identify new opportunities, and strengthen relationships with distributors, wholesalers, and key accounts.
• Marketing & Brand Management: Establish competitive positioning, oversee digital marketing, and ensure brand consistency.
• Product Development & Innovation: Lead key account portfolio expansion, drive R&D, and manage product life cycle from concept to commercialisation.

Operations-Driven

• Technology & Digital Transformation: Implement digital solutions for CRM, supply chain, and automation (SMART factory, TPM).
• Financial & Performance Management: Oversee budgeting, revenue forecasts, and cost optimisation to improve profitability.
• Operations Management: Ensure efficient production, logistics, and distribution while driving process improvements.

Supply Chain & Risk Management

• Procurement & Supply Chain Management: Optimise sourcing, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective purchasing.
• Inventory & Logistics: Monitor production schedules, prevent bottlenecks, and coordinate supply chain operations.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure regulatory compliance, manage risks, oversee quality assurance, and uphold ethical business practices.

Leadership & Culture

• Talent Development & Culture: Coach leaders, ensure succession planning, and foster a high-performance culture aligned with company values.
• Financial Governance & Reporting: Provide data-driven insights, maintain financial transparency, and ensure strong financial controls.
• Corporate Ethics & Safety: Uphold safety standards, drive corporate integrity, and promote responsible business practices.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field; MBA preferred (international exposure is a plus).
• Certifications: Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Leadership Development (advantageous).

Experience

• Food Industry: 15+ years in the food sector, with deep market knowledge and regulatory familiarity.
• Senior Management: 7+ years in leadership roles within multinational or large-scale enterprises, with cross-regional and cross-cultural management expertise.
• B2B & Commercial Leadership: Proven success in sales, marketing, and market expansion.
• End-to-End Business Management: Experience overseeing commercial, factory, and supply chain operations, focusing on cost efficiency, product quality, and safety.

Core CompetenciesLeadership & People Management

• Visionary Leadership: Align teams with long-term strategic goals.
• Talent Development: Attract, mentor, and retain high-performing teams.
• Coaching & Culture Building: Foster a growth-oriented and high-performance workplace.

Strategic & Financial Acumen

• Strategic Thinking: Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and risks to drive business strategies.
• Financial Management: Budgeting, profitability optimization, and financial reporting expertise.

Operational & Supply Chain Excellence

• Process Optimisation: Drive efficiency using TPM, Lean, and continuous improvement methods.
• Supply Chain & Resource Management: Ensure smooth operations, logistics, and procurement strategies.

Customer & Market Orientation

• Customer-Centric Approach: Build strong distributor and key account relationships.
• Market Awareness: Stay ahead of industry shifts, competitor strategies, and customer preferences.

Decision-Making & Problem-Solving

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Quick, well-informed choices under pressure.
• Change Management: Lead teams through transformation, innovation, and cultural adaptation.

Integrity & Compliance

• Corporate Governance: Ensure ethical leadership, regulatory compliance, and transparency.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate business risks.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Transportation provided
• Long term incentive , Performance bonus
• Health care

Contact: Huyen Ly

Quote job ref: JN-022025-6661987