VP, Manufacturing - Rayong

Who We Are

About your role

What You'll Do

•    Develop manufacturing strategy that support Operation Plan and MU business growth plan.
•    Ensure executable AOP/MTP plan development and team execution including Operations capability and new initiatives of products expansion plan.
•    Control product quality and food safety to achieve target
•    Maximize in machine efficiency and utilization
•    Deliver Environmental sustainability initiatives included energy and water consumption.
•    Ensure manufacturing meet SPBT mandatory standard, quality and GCS system.
•    Provide manufacturing oversight to SAP implementation.
•    Institute SPBT Health & Safety mandates
•    Own the Injury Frequency, Lost time and its operational tasks.
•    Own the Plant Productivity and its operational tasks.
•    Own the PI Quality system and GMP/HACCP to meet Global audits IQA /AIB
•    Ensure the sufficient resources for plant operation via right structure / people capability and empower.
•    Join with QA /CA to support for customer complaint evaluation/ actions.
•    Ensure plant operation to meet local Legal and regulatory for food plant.
•    Build manufacturing people capability in developing PPP of manufacturing strategic growth.
•    Champion and sustain SPBT Values based and lead for Control Environment at manufacturing site.
•    Support cross function for market increase & business growth
•    Follow QFS Procedure and monitoring process to ensure that Product without Quality Food Safety Issue
•    Build and model a positive safety culture that stimulates, recognizes, and values the participation and contribution of all employees
•    Support HSE policies and programs in a fashion that is recognizable and valued by all employees 
•    Secure or develop the needed HSE skills to assure informed risk management, compliance, and performance 
•    Stay apprised of significant HSE risks, achievements, and weaknesses 
•    Assure development and implementation of priority-based work plans and procedures that lead to sustainable HSE compliance and performance 
•    Assign and communicate clear roles and responsibilities to plant team member
•    Assure that affected individuals have HSE goals and are held accountable 
•    Support and model the desired HSE-related behaviors of all facility/sales employees
•    Lead SMW execution to comply with plant process and aim for operation excellence 
•    Assign and support plant team to create Kaizen project via appropriate activities

What's in it for you

What You need to be successful

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline
• Minimum of 12 years of experience within the FMCG industry, including at least 3 years in a manufacturing plant role
• Experience in an MNC/FMCG environment with exposure to GMP, HACCP, and internal auditing is preferred
• Strong leadership capabilities with excellent communication skills
• Fluency in both Thai and English, written and spoken

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, or differing abilities, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.