COMPANY: Industrial Manufacturing Sector

POSITION: Senior General Manager – Operations

LOCATION: Colombo, Sri Lanka

SALARY: LKR 600,000 – 800,000 (Gross)

OVERVIEW:

Our client, a leading player in the industrial manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Senior General Manager – Operations to oversee and drive operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will bring strategic insight, strong leadership, and hands-on experience in managing large-scale operations within sectors such as cement, fertilizer, steel, tire, and rubber.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead end-to-end plant operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and safety standards are met
• Develop and implement operational strategies to support organizational goals
• Oversee supply chain, logistics, and inventory management to optimize cost and delivery timelines
• Manage cross-functional teams and promote a culture of continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and safety standards
• Utilize SAP or similar ERP systems to streamline processes and monitor performance
• Prepare and manage budgets, reports, and KPIs to assess and enhance operational performance
• Liaise with senior leadership and stakeholders to align operations with business objectives

PRE-REQUISITES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in operations or supply chain management within the industrial manufacturing sector (cement, fertilizer, steel, tire, rubber, etc.)
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Demonstrated expertise in driving operational efficiency and process improvement
• Experience with SAP systems is a strong advantage
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities