Manufacturing Strategy Lead - Global Construction Provider

Jiangsu 全职 RMB300,000 - RMB500,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This role will oversee supplier manufacturing activities in China, ensuring efficient, high-quality production of formwork systems for global construction projects. This role combines technical leadership, supplier network expansion, and cross-border collaboration, with potential to grow into a future team manager.
  • Global exposure, direct HQ reporting
  • Lead supplier network expansion in China

About Our Client

The client is a global provider of solutions for concrete structures, operating across multiple countries with operations centers. They are known for their commitment to safety, innovation, and customer service, and place strong emphasis on people as a core part of their business. With a collaborative and international culture, they offer opportunities for professional growth and cross-border engagement, particularly in engineering and supply chain functions.

Job Description



  • Manufacturing Oversight: Manage and supervise supplier production activities in China, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with safety and quality standards.


  • Production Planning & Scheduling: Develop and optimize production schedules aligned with project timelines. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of formwork systems.


  • Process & Quality Improvement: Identify and implement improvements across manufacturing processes including welding, painting, galvanizing, casting, forging, sheet bending, press shop operations, and laser cutting.


  • Supplier & Workshop Network Expansion: Build and maintain a strong network of suppliers and subcontractors for fabrication and assembly. Ensure high-quality standards and timely execution.


  • Material & Inventory Management: Oversee procurement and inventory of raw materials. Collaborate with the procurement team to avoid delays and ensure proper storage and handling.


  • Cost Control & Budget Management: Monitor production costs, manage budgets, and work with finance and procurement teams to optimize resource utilization.


  • Safety Compliance: Ensure all production activities meet local and international safety regulations.


  • Technical Troubleshooting: Resolve production bottlenecks and collaborate with design and engineering teams to address technical challenges.


  • Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal and external teams. Fluent English is required for cross-border coordination.

The Successful Applicant

Education & Technical Background

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing processes including:
    • Welding, painting, galvanizing of metallic parts
    • Casting, forging, sheet bending, press shop operations
    • Laser cutting (tube & sheet)



Professional Experience

  • 7-8 years of production management experience in scaffolding, formwork, structural steel, or metal manufacturing industries.
  • Proven track record in supplier management, subcontractor coordination, and production planning.
  • Experience working with CAD drawings and technical specifications.



Language & Communication

  • Fluent in English (spoken and written), with strong communication skills to interact with international teams and suppliers.



Flexible Work Options

  • Work Remotely from Homeland.

What's on Offer



  • International Exposure: Direct reporting to Director based in Europe, with cross-border collaboration and visibility.


  • Leadership Potential: This role is positioned as a future manager for the China team, offering long-term career growth within a global organization.


  • Business Impact: Opportunity to build and expand supplier and workshop networks, optimize production processes, and influence strategic decisions.


  • Professional Development: Work in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment that values personal and professional growth.
  • Flexible Work Options: Work remotely from homeland.
Contact
Skye Ye
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6823305
Phone number
+8621 6026 8046

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Production, Manufacturing
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Jiangsu
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Skye Ye
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8046
Job Reference
JN-082025-6823305
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.