General Manager

• Department / Group: APAC Region – Philippines
• Travel within the APAC region as required.
• Periodic travel to US corporate headquarters and other international facilities (typically 15–25% of the time [once per quarter]).

POSITION SUMMARY

The General Manager (GM) serves as the president of the Subsidiary and is responsible for the overall leadership, operational performance, financial results, regulatory compliance, and organizational effectiveness of the Subsidiary. The GM ensures the Subsidiary consistently delivers world‑class manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, quality, and support services that enable global business objectives.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the GM translates corporate strategy into operational execution while maintaining alignment with manufacturing, quality, financial, and governance standards. The GM provides strategic leadership for the Subsidiary while fostering a culture of operational excellence, continuous improvement, accountability, safety, and employee engagement.

The GM serves as the primary executive liaison between the parent company and the Subsidiary, ensuring transparent communication, effective decision‑making, and strong collaboration across global functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic & Executive Leadership

• Lead the subsidiary in support of the global manufacturing and operational strategy.
• Develop and execute the subsidiary's annual operating plan and long‑term operational roadmap.
• Ensure organizational objectives are aligned with corporate priorities and business requirements.
• Provide strategic recommendations regarding manufacturing capabilities, capacity planning, operational improvements, capital investments, and organizational development.
• Establish annual performance objectives and monitor progress through key performance indicators (KPIs).

Manufacturing & Operations Leadership

• Direct all manufacturing operations to achieve excellence in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance.
• Ensure efficient utilization of personnel, equipment, facilities, and manufacturing assets.
• Drive ISO quality management system, automation, digital manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop operational capabilities that support current and future production requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.

Supply Chain & Materials Management

• Oversee procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, warehousing, and supplier performance.
• Ensure reliable and cost‑effective supply of materials supporting manufacturing requirements.
• Collaborate with global supply chain teams to optimize sourcing strategies, inventory levels, and logistics performance.
• Manage supply chain risks and implement appropriate mitigation plans.
• Support strategic supplier development and localization initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
• Assume full Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for the Subsidiary.
• Develop annual operating budgets, financial forecasts, and capital expenditure plans.
• Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions to achieve financial objectives.
• Optimize manufacturing costs, cash flow, inventory investment, and working capital.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with corporate policies and applicable accounting standards.

Quality, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable local laws, regulations, environmental requirements, labor laws, and corporate policies.
• Maintain robust ISO quality management systems and applicable industry certifications.
• Promote a zero‑harm safety culture and continuous improvement in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) performance.
• Ensure effective risk management, internal controls, and business continuity planning.
• Lead responses to regulatory inspections, audits, and corporate compliance reviews.

Organizational Leadership

• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing leadership team.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Lead talent development, succession planning, and organizational capability building.
• Promote employee engagement and effective communication throughout the organization.
• Ensure compensation, performance management, and workforce planning align with corporate philosophy and local market conditions.

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Provide executive oversight for manufacturing engineering, process engineering, maintenance, and technical services.
• Ensure manufacturing processes remain competit