Head of Country Operations
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Job Location:
Johor Bahru - Malaysia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About us
At Dyson we are all problem-solvers thinking for the long-term and taking a stepwise approach to achieve what might seem impossible. We are relentless in our pursuit of future technology bringing it to life to improve the lives of Dyson owners. We understand that the path to success is not linear or easy and that if all you had to do was go through the motions stepwise from a to b everyone would do it. It would not be inventive. Every day brings a new challenge as we strive to be different authentic and better.
About the role
Operational Leadership & Integration
Act as the primary integrator for all site operations fostering cross-functional collaboration between R&D Supply Chain and Support Functions.
Chair regular operational review meetings to ensure alignment on priorities resource allocation and project timelines.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site to enhance efficiency reduce costs and improve quality.
Step in for the General Manager when required making important operational decisions and representing the site both internally and externally as necessary.
HSE Security & Facilities Management
HSE: Provide direct leadership to the Site HSE team. Champion a profound safety culture. Ensure full compliance with all local and corporate HSE regulations. Own the sites emergency response and crisis management plans. Drive towards zero incidents.
Security: Oversee the site Security function. Work closely with Global functions to manage access control personnel security asset protection and cybersecurity coordination with IT. Ensure robust protocols are in place and tested regularly.
Facilities & Projects: Lead the Facilities Management system on site. Oversee all infrastructure utilities maintenance and critical facility projects (e.g. new lab construction warehouse expansions office renovations). Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Site R&D Operations Support
Partner with R&D functional leaders to ensure their operational needs are met.
Oversee the management of R&D labs pilot plants and critical operational equipment.
Ensure efficient allocation of operational resources (space equipment capital) to support R&D pipelines and priorities.
Site Inbound & Outbound/Logistics Oversight
Provide direct oversight to the local inbound & outbound/Logistics/Warehousing teams.
Ensure seamless integration between the sites test machine/units supply chain and the Dyson global network.
Support key functions to optimize inventory management logistics flows and customs compliance for the site.
Support Functions Coordination
Act as the key liaison and point of integration for local Support Function heads (DBS/Finance HR IT).
Work with Local HR on organizational health talent development and employee engagement initiatives for the site.
Partner with Local Finance on budgeting forecasting and capital planning for all operational areas.
Coordinate with Local IT to ensure robust site-wide IT infrastructure and support.
About you
Bachelors degree in Engineering Business or a related field; Masters degree (e.g. MBA) preferred.
15 years of progressive operational leadership experience in a complex multi-functional industrial pharmaceutical or R&D environment.
Proven hands-on experience in managing significant HSE Security and Facilities programs for a large site (>500 people) is non-negotiable.
Demonstrated experience successfully managing large-scale capital projects.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million dollar budgets CAPEX & OPEX
Exceptional leadership and communication skills with a proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders across different functions.
A results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Benefits
Dyson monitors the market to ensure competitive salaries and bonuses. Beyond that youll enjoy a transport allowance and comprehensive medical care and insurance. But financial benefits are just the start of a Dyson career. Professional growth leadership development and new opportunities abound driven by regular reviews and dynamic workshops. And with a vibrant culture the latest devices and a relaxed dress code reflecting our engineering spirit its an exciting team environment geared to fuelling and realising ambition. #LI-AK
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds dont think alike and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race colour religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Succession Planning
- Growing Experience
- Expense Management
- Management Experience
- Rackspace
- Laboratory Management
- Senior Leadership
- Operations Management
- Relationship Management
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
- Taxonomy
About Company
Dyson vacuum cleaners, hair dryers, hair straighteners, hair stylers, air purifiers, humidifiers, hand dryers and lighting. Shop at Dyson.com for free shipping and warranty.
