Senior Director Premix Operations APAC

Role: Senior Director Premix Operations APAC

Location: Singapore

The Senior Director of Operations is responsible for translating business strategy into clear operational objectives and enablers. The role requires ongoing communication with finance, commercial management, technical marketing, HR, sales/account management, IT, and key customers to monitor progress and ensure alignment with internal and external expectations.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the regional Premix Operations organization, including 3 production locations and regional staff, including MRS
• Responsible for Premix production, quality, supply chain and projects. Steers and sets priorities and standards towards Purchasing for third party raw material and Formulation
• Responsible for 3rd Party Manufacturing (tolling)
• Implement and maintain a strong SHE & Security management system, based on company values and applicable legislation, develop safety culture, the necessary competences and provide resources where needed
• Establish a quality assurance and quality control process to ensure products, including FRK/MRS, meet customer expectations and/or agreements, standards of certifying bodies and install an improve loop to learn from deviations and reduce the cost of (non-) quality
• Build an engaged and inclusive organization, covering the necessary operations competences and a culture of continuous improvement

We bring: 

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers; 
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

You bring:

• Bachelor or Master's Degree, in engineering or food sciences with a minimum of 15 years' experience in Operations or Supply Chain
• Experience in feed/food, beverage or pharma industry, working with related industry quality systems
• Experience in implementing strategies and managing complex change and investment projects
• Leadership capability to lead a large organization, with strong people and coaching skills.
• In-depth knowledge of business and planning cycle including sales and order-to-cash processes.
• Strategic thinking both in business and operational processes

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future. 

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www. dsm-).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help – just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.