Director - Manufacturing & Supply Chain

COMPANY: Leading Multinational Manufacturing CompanyPOSITION: Director – Manufacturing & Supply Chain OperationsLOCATION: Dhaka, BangladeshSALARY: USD 10,000 – 12,000 (Net) + BenefitsPosition OverviewThe Director – Manufacturing & Supply Chain Operations will provide strategic and operational leadership across multi-country manufacturing and supply chain networks supporting global apparel brands. This role is responsible for manufacturing excellence, product development, quality, compliance, sustainability, and supply chain optimization within a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in process-driven manufacturing, end-to-end supply chain orchestration, and cross-border operational leadership, ensuring world-class standards in delivery, quality, and cost efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Operational Leadership- Define and execute the regional manufacturing and operations strategy aligned with global business goals.- Lead and standardize operations across Bangladesh and India manufacturing plants to achieve uniform performance benchmarks.- Drive plant modernization, automation, and process innovation initiatives to enhance output and cost efficiency.- Oversee multi-site performance, productivity, and operational KPIs, ensuring world-class customer satisfaction and service reliability.- Collaborate closely with the regional commercial, product development, and supply chain teams to support growth in new product categories.Manufacturing Excellence- Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations encompassing production, maintenance, quality, engineering, and capacity planning.- Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and TPM practices to deliver continuous improvement and operational agility.- Implement data-driven performance dashboards, production efficiency tracking, and predictive maintenance systems.- Ensure compliance with global quality standards, brand audits, and sustainability protocols demanded by international apparel clients.- Strengthen plant safety culture through robust EHS policies and continuous workforce training.Supply Chain & Sourcing Management- Oversee demand planning, capacity planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, and EXIM operations.- Build an agile, customer-responsive supply chain network capable of managing global apparel brand requirements with minimal lead time.- Strengthen supplier and vendor development strategies for raw materials, trims, labels, and packaging solutions.- Drive sourcing efficiency, logistics optimization, and cost reduction through data analytics and process automation.- Manage strategic partnerships with 3PLs and freight forwarders to support timely global delivery.Compliance, Sustainability & Innovation- Lead sustainability programs and drive alignment with global ESG, recycling, and responsible manufacturing initiatives.- Ensure strict adherence to social, environmental, and ethical compliance standards required by global retail clients.- Integrate sustainability principles into sourcing, manufacturing, and packaging operations.- Collaborate with R&D and commercial teams to support new product development (NPD) and introduce innovative labeling and packaging technologies.People Leadership- Lead, develop, and motivate cross-functional teams across multiple plants and geographies.- Build leadership capabilities through structured succession planning and talent development.- Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational discipline.Key Skills & Competencies- Strategic & Cross-Regional Operational Leadership- Multi-Plant Manufacturing Management- Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma / TPM Implementation- Supply Chain Strategy, Demand & Capacity Planning- Procurement & Vendor Development (Apparel Trims, Labels, Packaging)- Quality Assurance, Compliance & Sustainability Standards- Process Automation & Operational Excellence- Data-Driven Decision Making & KPI Management- People Leadership & Stakeholder Management- Strong Business Acumen & Global Supply Chain UnderstandingPre-Requisites- Minimum of 12 years of experience in large-scale manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing multi-plant operations.- Industry background: Open to candidates from any manufacturing sector; experience in apparel, packaging, trims, or labeling industries will be a distinct advantage.- Strong exposure to both Manufacturing (75%) and Supply Chain (25%) process automation, and efficiency improvement tools.- Educational Qualification:- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Industrial Management.- Master’s Degree (MBA / MSc in Operations or Industrial Engineering) preferred.