Vice President of Operations (Automotive Parts)

Our client is Thailand’s premier manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket automotive parts, recognized for their innovation and cutting-edge designs. With an impressive turnover of 1.5 billion baht and holding the number one market share in the country, they are a true leader in the industry.

 Responsibilities:

• Translate Executive Strategies into Departmental KPIs: Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with top management’s strategic goals across all departments.
• Oversee Operational Efficiency: Lead and manage daily operations within the production, logistics, and maintenance departments, ensuring seamless workflow and adherence to standards.
• Budget Management: Accurately forecast, allocate, and control the monthly, quarterly, and annual production budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met.
• Enhance Operational Performance: Actively drive improvements in operational metrics, including on-time delivery, defect rates, customer claims, inventory valuation, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinate with and support other departments to ensure cohesive operations and the successful execution of company-wide initiatives.
• Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and guide the operations team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in both processes and personal skill development.
• Talent Acquisition and Development: Lead the recruitment, coaching, and professional development of operations managers and engineers, building a high-performing team committed to excellence.

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Master’s degree in engineering or management is a plus
• At least 10 years of experience in production preferably in automotive
• Ability to set overall strategy and drive process improvement
• Proven track record as a team leader with an understanding of management practices
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with the executive team.
• Be at the forefront of innovation in the automotive industry.
• Make a real impact on the success of a leading brand.