Our client is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead end-to-end food Manufacturing and Supply Chain operations. This role drives strategic direction, operational excellence, and financial performance while ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: - Lead overall strategy and execution for Manufacturing, production and Supply Chain - Drive financial performance (COGS, working capital, productivity) and achieve key operational KPIs. - Oversee plant operations, engineering, maintenance, quality, and supply chain to ensure best-in-class standards. - Champion continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives across all sites and familiar with labour intensive - Ensure all products meet stringent quality, safety, and sustainability requirements. - Build, lead, and inspire high-performing teams with strong engagement and accountability. - Partner with cross-functional leaders to drive collaboration, innovation, and operational synergy. Key Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in engineering with proven success leading large-scale manufacturing or supply chain operations, ideally in FMCG or pet food sectors. - Strong financial and strategic acumen with a results-driven mindset. - Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Deep understanding of quality systems, engineering, and continuous improvement. You should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to solve problems effectively. Demonstrating intellectual curiosity, sound professional judgment, with a proactive mindset is essential. Open to travel between 2 plants in Thailand (30% travelling required). Please send your CVs with Microsoft word format to Siriwan Young, email: siriwan.young@rpint.com. Your interest will be treated in strict confidence. Company Reg No.: 11S2959 I License No. R24124300