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A leading skincare manufacturer with significant presence in the Asia-Pacific region is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead and transform its entire Australian operations based in Sydney. Reporting directly to a key board member based in Asia, you will have full P&L responsibility and be the driving force behind operational excellence and strategic growth. The Role Full P&L & Leadership: Oversee the end-to-end Sydney operations, including a local factory and office team. Operational Transformation: Spearhead critical improvements in manufacturing efficiency, procurement, and supply chain to address current challenges and boost performance. Global Strategy Integration: Develop cost strategies and ensure the Australian business aligns with and implements global best practices. Team Building: Lead, mentor, and provide clear direction to the local Australian team, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance. About You Bilingual & Bridge-Builder: Fluent in Mandarin and English is non-negotiable, to seamlessly liaise between Australian operations and global leadership. Manufacturing Expert: 70-80% of your background is in Manufacturing, Procurement or R&D, with proven experience managing a full factory. Experience in skincare or FMCG is essential. Change Agent: Handson, energetic, with a track record of driving significant performance improvements. Experience as a strong Number2 in a larger organisation is ideal. Eligible to Work: Must hold Australian PR or a valid work permit. The Context & Challenge The priority of this role is to blend deep operational expertise with commercial acumen and a sense for global brand dynamicsmoving beyond pure manufacturing to be a true business leader. You will collaborate closely with teams in Shanghai (Marketing), Guangzhou (Sales), and Suzhou (R&D). The Offer A competitive base salary plus performancebased bonus and equity (ESOP) participation. This is a genuine opportunity to shape the future of a key market for a global group. Contact Please send me a Direct Message for a confidential discussion. Referrals are greatly appreciated. Seniority level Director Employment type Fulltime Job function Product Management and Marketing Industries Personal Care Product Manufacturing Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr