Do you have the appetite to Grow Your Magic?

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

 

We are more than 10.000 employees in over 70 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros. Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

 

To strengthen our team in Puratos Philippines, we are looking for:

 

 

Operations Manager

(Taguig City, Philippines)

 

 

Position Overview

 

As a member of the country management team, the Operations Manager assumes multiple roles of strategic partner, coach, change agent and employee advocate.

 

Reporting directly to Managing Director Philippines and functionally to the APMEA Operations Director, successful candidate will be responsible to oversee and manage the overall manufacturing operations including production, planning, purchasing, international sourcing, supply chain, logistics and warehousing.

 

Key Accountabilities

 

Create and communicate a vision for operations for Puratos Philippines and translate it into clear actions around the 5 Operations pillars: Quality, HSE, Service, Cost and People.

 

Quality:

Reduce Customer Complaints and Improve Right-First-Time performance, Define the Quality plan, Achieve and maintain necessary Quality certificates,

 

Health, Safety & Environment:

Continuously improve accidents frequency (LTIR) and reduce environmental impact of our operations. Contribute to the Group commitment to Carbon neutrality and water balance. Identify and eliminate Safety risks from Operations and business.

 

Service:

Deliver the targeted service level (OTIF) to customers, Strengthen the S&OP process and optimize the Supply Chain process Optimize the Inventory to the best possible value for business,

 

Cost:

Embed a continuous improvement mindset, Deliver on financial and productivity metrics (Cost/Ton, Tons/FTEs, inefficiencies, Operations Cost as a % of Sales, Working Capital, OEE. Cost variances), Launch and support Project DRIVE (Cost saving Initiative), Purchasing: work with group Purchasing to deliver on expected cost saving in both direct and indirect spending,

 

People:

Implement plans for shopfloor engagement, Organize the necessary training to increase leadership skills and technical competencies as needed, Lead the development and implementation of short- and long-term Operations strategies, in full alignment with business needs, Responsible for the preparation of all Capex budgets and adherence and coordination of these financial estimates and plans.  Direct the selection and installation of equipment necessary to maintain facilities in a competitive position, Ensure that effective systems, procedures, and financial controls are established within the functional areas of responsibility.

 

 

 

Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in manufacturing, preferably food processing is required. Significant exposure to broad business management, including the development, analysis and management of operational, logistics and procurement strategies, Experience and accomplishments in good manufacturing / best practices is essential, A natural charismatic leader with a collaborative, team-oriented style, the candidate should be able to educate, motivate and inspire others in an organization driven by a strong customer focus.  Strong in written and oral communication, and in presentation skills, Strategically oriented, the individual should demonstrate strong business acumen and exhibit an in-depth understanding of Manufacturing and Supply Chain functions, A high level of analytical ability to drive operational efficiencies and initiate continuous improvement programs, This candidate is known for understanding and adding value to high-level management interactions with a proven ability to develop and sell key operational business strategies, Solid computer skills (advanced Word, Excel and Power Point) with the ability to quickly grasp new software, Business fluent English,

 

 

 

Required Competencies

 

Charismatic influencer Strong analytical / intellectual capacity Outgoing personality, able to relate to both shop floor and senior management team. Change driver / self-starter / visionary Strong business acumen Strategic-oriented / intuitive thinker Decisive / incisive – take charge / move quickly Resourceful multi-tasker Manages ambiguity well / works in an unstructured environment Communicator (presents well verbally / visually) Entrepreneur Team player

 

 

 

 

 

Offer

 

Puratos provides a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that encourages our people to take initiatives and bring ideas that will contribute to the success of the company. Of course Puratos offers a competitive package (salary, group insurance, healthcare, training…) but additionally, offers you a position that you can further develop and shape.

 

 

What you can expect from Puratos

You will join a stable family business that has become an international market leader. You will be welcomed in a dynamic work environment where passion for innovation, team spirit and continuous improvement are part of our main priorities. You can expect to have a fascinating and varied job in an atmosphere with open communication, where personal development is strongly encouraged through ownership, coaching and training.

 

 

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful, and respecting work environment by putting people first.

 

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities, and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

 

About us

The secrets behind Puratos’ global success and consistent growth are taste and quality. We would like to welcome you within our enthusiastic, committed and passionate team of more than 10.000 employees.

We are an international player and, what is more, a Belgian family business. Our people make the difference every single day. How? By developing, producing and distributing a unique and high-quality range of ingredients for bakers, pastry-chefs and chocolatiers, since 1919.

More than a century later, our products and services are available in 100+ countries around the world. Our passion for innovation, closeness to our customers, and their customers, as well as our core values form the basis of our passion to improve.

This is what makes working at Puratos so magical!

Shall we meet soon?