Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsBased in Northern VietnamLeading Building Materials OrganisationAbout Our ClientWe are representing a significant industrial manufacturing business in Haiphong seeking a CEO to take full P&L responsibility for an integrated manufacturing and commercial operationJob DescriptionBusiness & P&L LeadershipOwn the full P&L, annual budget, business plan and overall performance of the company.Develop and execute the strategy to deliver sustainable revenue and profit growth.Provide clear performance visibility and strategic recommendations to the Board and shareholders.Balance growth, investment, cost and operational priorities to maximise business performance.Manufacturing & Operational ExcellenceLead manufacturing performance across safety, quality, productivity, cost and OEE.Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the plant.Ensure appropriate standards of regulatory, environmental, health and safety compliance.Identify opportunities for productivity improvement, automation and operational investment.Commercial LeadershipLead the Sales & Marketing organisation to deliver revenue, margin and market-share objectives.Strengthen relationships with key customers, channels and strategic partners.Ensure commercial strategy is closely aligned with production capacity and market demand.Develop new growth opportunities across customers, products and markets.Supply Chain & ProcurementLead end-to-end planning, procurement, inventory and logistics.Strengthen S&OP to align customer demand, production and supply.Optimise sourcing strategies, supplier performance and procurement costs.Build supply-chain resilience while maintaining appropriate service and inventory levels.Organisation & LeadershipLead and develop the senior management team across all business functions.Build a high-performance, accountable and collaborative culture.Strengthen succession planning, leadership capability and organisational effectiveness.Ensure Finance, HR, IT and General Affairs provide strong governance and effective business partnership.Stakeholder ManagementAct as the primary interface with the Board, shareholders and Group leadership.Manage key external relationships, including government and regulatory stakeholders.Maintain strong governance, compliance and risk-management standards across the busineThe Successful Applicant20+ years' experience within manufacturing, industrial or building materials environments.At least 10 years in senior leadership, ideally as a General Manager, Managing Director, CEO or senior Plant/Operations Director with broader business responsibility.Demonstrable full P&L ownership and experience leading a sizeable manufacturing operation.Track record managing across multiple functions, particularly Manufacturing, Commercial, Supply Chain and Procurement.Strong understanding of operational excellence, cost management and continuous improvement.Commercially astute, with experience driving both top-line growth and profitability.Proven ability to lead and develop senior, cross-functional management teams.Comfortable operating with Boards, shareholders and Group-level stakeholders.Strong knowledge of governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or a related discipline; postgraduate qualification advantageous.The successful candidate will be a commercially minded manufacturing leader, capable of moving comfortably between the factory floor, customers and the Boardroom.They will combine operational depth with strong business judgement and a growth mindset, bringing the leadership presence to professionalise the organisation, raise performance standards and build a scalable, sustainable business.What’s on OfferAbility to make a genuine impactOpen to either foreign or vietnamese candidatesExcellent C&B packageContactRory MitchellQuote job refJN-092026-7103876Job summaryFunctionCEO – Chief Executive OfficerSubsectorCEO – Chief Executive Officer SubsectorIndustryIndustrialLocationHai PhongContract typePermanentConsultant nameRory MitchellJob referenceJN-092026-7103876
