(Global Luggage Bag) Senior Mandarin Industrial Engineering (IE) Manager

Willing to work in Mandya or Mysore, Karnataka, India.

About the Client:

Founded in 2005, our company has grown into one of the world's largest suitcase manufacturers, recognized as the first and only luggage company listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SCSE). With a global turnover of RMB 3 billion in 2023, we are a leading player in the B2B and B2C markets. We have established strong partnerships with global brands like adidas, Nike, Uniqlo, Puma, and Decathlon, providing a wide range of bags, luggage, and apparel. Our manufacturing hubs are based in China, India, and Indonesia, and we are the global market leader in IT suitcases.

On the B2C front, we operate successful brands, catering to the youth travel segment, and have consistently ranked as the top seller in the luggage category during major shopping events. With a strong presence in international markets and continuous expansion through mergers and acquisitions, we remain committed to innovation and delivering high-quality products worldwide.

We are looking for an experienced Industrial Engineering (IE) Manager to drive process improvements and optimize production efficiency within our apparel manufacturing operations. The IE Manager will play a key role in designing workflows, introducing advanced production technologies, and setting performance benchmarks to enhance overall productivity. The successful candidate will lead process improvements, manage KPI targets, oversee production systems, and implement lean manufacturing practices, ensuring smooth operations and continuous growth.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with production teams and various departments, providing technical support and training on process optimization tools, SOPs, and lean methodologies. You will also be responsible for managing process improvement teams, monitoring production efficiency, and ensuring compliance with company standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Optimization: Design efficient production workflows, introduce advanced technologies, and streamline processes for new product lines.
• Performance Management: Set, adjust, and monitor KPIs for production teams, ensuring alignment with efficiency and quality targets.
• Lean Manufacturing: Lead the implementation of lean management practices, such as 6S, visual management, and quick changeover techniques, to improve operational performance.
• System Enhancement: Manage and optimize production and piece-rate tracking systems, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Training & Development: Train staff on process technologies, production efficiency tools, and best practices, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Team Leadership: Oversee the daily operations of the process improvement team, track progress, and provide guidance to achieve improvement targets.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to solve production issues, ensure smooth communication, and support technical process improvements.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with SOPs and company standards, and provide regular updates to leadership on process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Willing to work in Mandya or Mysore, Karnataka, India.
• Fluency in both Chinese and English is required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Apparel Engineering, Textile Engineering, or a related field (or relevant experience).
• 6+ years of experience in apparel production management, with at least 3 years in an IE management role.
• Strong knowledge of IE systems, production management, lean manufacturing, and quality control.
• Experience with large-scale apparel manufacturing is preferred.
• Fluency in English and strong communication skills.
• This position reports directly to the General Manager of the India manufacturing base.