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Global Head of External Manufacturing

Metasource

Job Location:

Hong Kong - Hong Kong

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Experience Required: 5years

Posted: 23 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 20 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

* Role overview

To own and evolve The clients External Manufacturing strategy
To professionalise oversee and manage the relationship with existing Manufacturers giving longer term visibility and commitment to the Factories
To analyse and determine capacity allocation Factory mix and regional balance
To anticipate future state business needs modelled on the growth trajectory and the required capacity to manufacture considering both geopolitical implications as well as potential future joint ownership of key Production Partnerships
To be accountable for The clients exceptional Quality and Safety Standards across all External Factories
To be accountable for the ethical behaviour of The clients Production as the Brand comes under increased scrutiny

* Responsibilities

External manufacturing strategy:

Own and evolve The clients external manufacturing strategy across Southeast Asia ensuring the Factory plans support the rapid growth increase resilience and quality while controlling costs and Brand standards
Own the relationship with Factory Owners (predominantly Korean-owned) build long-term plans and explore new manufacturing routes
Analyse and determine capacity allocation Factory mix and regional balance across the Manufacturing base (currently Vietnam Cambodia Thailand and Indonesia)

Third-party factory performance & governance:

Provide oversight of all third-party Manufacturing Partners ensuring consistent delivery against agreed commercial quality and service expectations leading a team of in-house embedded The client specialists in-country reporting in
Establish clear performance frameworks covering Delivery Quality Responsiveness and Continuous Improvement
Lead regular business reviews with key Suppliers and manage escalation of material risks or performance issues

Production delivery & capacity management:

Ensure Factories deliver On-time In-full Production aligned to The clients demand plans and seasonal peaks
Oversee capacity planning and load balancing across countries and Suppliers to mitigate risk and avoid bottlenecks
Partner closely with Planning Logistics and Commercial teams to protect availability for Wholesale and DTC channels

Cross-functional leadership & stakeholder management:

Act as the senior Manufacturing interface with Product Development Supply Chain Finance Logistics and the SLT
Be a strong voice inside The client for demanding improvement and organisational change on aspects which impact the ability to deliver quantity on time and at the right quality
Translate business strategy into clear Manufacturing priorities and execution plans for regional teams and Suppliers
Provide clear data-driven updates on Manufacturing performance risks and opportunities to senior leadership

Quality Testing & Product Standards:

Be accountable for maintaining The clients exceptional Quality and Safety standards across all external Factories
Ensure robust inspection testing and certification processes are in place including third-party Testing Partners where required
Drive root-cause analysis and corrective action for quality failures embedding preventative controls

Supplier development & continuous improvement

Lead Supplier Capability Development including Process Standardisation Training & Operational Excellence initiatives
Support Factory upgrades in Machinery Processes and Skills to improve Productivity Consistency and Scalability
Encourage a culture of continuous improvement across the external Manufacturing base
Partner with The client Labs the internal Technology Development team on using latest Technology in Manufacturing and Sourcing to drive efficiencies and improve quality

Responsible sourcing ethics & compliance

Ensure all Partner Factories operate in line with The clients responsible Sourcing Ethical & Social Compliance standards
Oversee Factory Audit programmes remediation plans and ongoing compliance monitoring across all countries
Stay ahead of evolving Regulatory Safety and Chemical Compliance requirements impacting Toy Manufacturing

Cost margin & commercial impact

Own Manufacturing input to cost management and margin protection balancing efficiency with quality & Brand integrity
Partner with Finance and Procurement to evaluate costs potential investments or loans and long-term Supplier collaborations with a view of enabling the Manufacturing Partners to invest and secure long term production volumes

Regional presence & leadership

Lead and coordinate in-country Manufacturing teams and Partners in Vietnam Cambodia Thailand & Indonesia
Travel regularly within the region to maintain strong Factory relationships and on-the-ground oversight

Requirements

20 years of experience in production quality or manufacturing management with significant experience across multiple countries or regions
Bachelors or Masters degree in Textiles Engineering or a related technical field
Expertise in production management process optimisation and quality management systems
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies including lean manufacturing and process standardisation
Proven track record in factory compliance vendor management and supply chain operations within the consumer goods or textile sector
Exceptional leadership communication and interpersonal skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment and adapt to changing market conditions
Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards within the consumer goods textile industry
Willingness to travel regularly across production sites in Asia.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.
Year-end bonus
Opportunity to work in an international environment and collaborate with global teams.
100% salary during probation.
Professional training and regular performance reviews.
Regular Performance Reviews and Professional Training
And other competitive benefits

Required Skills:

Bachelors degree in textiles engineering or a related field Proven experience in managing production operations within the textile industry Strong leadership and team management skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to textile production

Required Education:

Bachelors degree in textiles engineering or a related field

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