Chief Operating Officer
A leading soft goods and garment manufacturer in Ho Chi Minh is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to drive safe, reliable, and profitable factory operations. This pivotal role transforms business strategy and customer demand into actionable production plans, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality products.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all factory operations, including production, planning, supply chain, industrial engineering, maintenance, and operational support functions.
- Own the operating plan, manufacturing budget, capacity planning, and continuous improvement roadmap.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration across Operations, Finance, HR, Commercial, and Product Development teams.
- Establish production capacity and resource plans based on workforce, machine utilization, and product mix.
- Oversee manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
- Manage purchasing, supplier performance, inventory control, warehousing, logistics, and shipment execution.
- Support new product introductions and ensure smooth transition from development to full-scale production.
- Lead daily performance reviews and implement corrective actions to resolve operational issues.
- Develop and coach department managers, build succession plans, and strengthen organizational capabilities.
- Champion workplace safety, compliance, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Textile Technology, or a related field.
- 10+ years of manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years leading multiple functions or entire factory operations.
- Strong knowledge of garment manufacturing, industrial engineering, production planning, costing, capacity management, and supply chain operations.
- Proven experience managing budgets, productivity, quality, delivery performance, and workforce effectiveness.
- Track record of implementing ERP systems, production planning disciplines, and data-driven process improvements.
- Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and change management skills.
- Experience developing managers through coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, labor compliance, and operational excellence.
- Financial acumen with experience evaluating investments, controlling costs, and improving working capital performance.
Why Join?
- Collaborative and supportive leadership environment.
- Strong focus on employee development and continuous learning.
- Opportunities to drive meaningful operational improvements and business growth.
- Inclusive culture that values teamwork, accountability, and innovation.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced manufacturing leader with a passion for operational excellence and people development, we encourage you to apply.
Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: General Management
Focus: General Management
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Director
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: B5CX8U-6D0E89A5
Date posted: 15 September 2026
Consultant: Trang Nguyen
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