881 Chief Operating Officer jobs in Singapore

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We are Neumann Kaffee Gruppe. And we love coffee.

For us at Neumann Kaffee Gruppe (NKG), everything revolves around coffee. As a globally active green coffee service group, our more than 3,200 employees in over 26 countries work with dedication for and with green coffee, which is always the focus of our services along the entire coffee supply chain. Our fields of work are just as diverse as our employees and we are proud to live this diversity.

Established in 1992, Bero Coffee Singapore represents Neumann Kaffee Gruppe’s operations in Southeast Asia and China. The countries in the region are some of the fastest growing and most dynamic coffee markets in the world. With the interests of roasters, traders and exporters in virtually every coffee producing country, we are able to provide some of the best coffee market information and one of the broadest ranges of coffee products and services available to our partners.

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Bero Coffee Singapore will oversee the daily operations of the company, ensuring efficiency, quality, and profitability in all operational processes. This includes supply chain management, trading operations, quality assurance, sustainability/compliance, and cross-functional alignment between departments. The COO plays a key leadership role in scaling the business and supporting the Regional CEO in executing strategic objectives within the APAC region.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Management

Drive Operational Excellence and Operational Discipline

Oversee end-to-end coffee supply chain operations from origin to destination.

Drive consistent operational standards across entities in the Asia Hub (e.g., Singapore, Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, etc.).

Implement operational policies, procedures, and best practices to improve efficiency and minimize risks.

Ensure alignment and integration of systems, processes, and controls across various entities in Asia.

Trading & Commercial Support

Collaborate with commercial teams to align operations with sales strategies, contracts, and client expectations within Asia Hub.

Monitor execution of physical trades and contracts to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance.

Ensure proper documentation and regulatory compliance for international coffee trade (e.g., Incoterms, FOB, CIF, etc.).

Mitigate operational risks and bottlenecks in cross-border flows.

Strategic Execution & Digitalization and Systems

Translate business goals into operational plans, KPIs, and actionable outcomes.

Lead operational due diligence and integration for new markets, suppliers, or expansion activities.

Support digital transformation and automation efforts in trading and logistics processes.

Financial and Risk Oversight

Manage operational budgets, cost control, and margin improvement initiatives.

Identify and mitigate operational risks, including supply disruptions, compliance gaps, or quality issues.

Collaborate with finance on inventory management, working capital optimization, and cost allocation.

Lead and develop multi-functional operational teams across supply chain management, QA, origin offices, and warehouses.

Foster a performance-driven, accountable culture with a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement, ownership, and operational excellence across the region.

Collaborate closely with key functions, including Finance, HR, IT, and others in APAC.

Build a culture of operational excellence, ownership, and collaboration across the region.

Sustainability and Compliance

Ensure adherence to sustainability sourcing programs (e.g., NKG Bloom/Verified, Rainforest Alliance, Organic, and Fair Trade).

Drive traceability, ESG reporting, and compliance with local and international trading laws.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Agriculture or a related field.

Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably within the soft commodity sector.

Strong understanding of international logistics, trading documentation, and customs processes.

Experience working in a regional or global matrix organization.

Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills.

Effective communication and leadership abilities.

Ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.

Strong knowledge of risk management and compliance.

Ability to travel for work purposes as required.

Good verbal and written communication in English and proficient in other Asian languages preferred.

Please get in touch with your first point of contact:

We are Neumann Kaffee Gruppe. And we love coffee.

For us at Neumann Kaffee Gruppe (NKG), everything revolves around coffee. As a globally active green coffee service group, our more than 3,200 employees in over 26 countries work with dedication for and with green coffee, which is always the focus of our services along the entire coffee supply chain. Our fields of work are just as diverse as our employees and we are proud to live this diversity.

Established in 1992, Bero Coffee Singapore represents Neumann Kaffee Gruppe’s operations in Southeast Asia and China. The countries in the region are some of the fastest growing and most dynamic coffee markets in the world. With the interests of roasters, traders and exporters in virtually every coffee producing country, we are able to provide some of the best coffee market information and one of the broadest ranges of coffee products and services available to our partners.

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Bero Coffee Singapore will oversee the daily operations of the company, ensuring efficiency, quality, and profitability in all operational processes. This includes supply chain management, trading operations, quality assurance, sustainability/compliance, and cross-functional alignment between departments. The COO plays a key leadership role in scaling the business and supporting the Regional CEO in executing strategic objectives within the APAC region.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Management

• Drive Operational Excellence and Operational Discipline

• Oversee end-to-end coffee supply chain operations from origin to destination.

• Drive consistent operational standards across entities in the Asia Hub (e.g., Singapore, Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, etc.).

• Implement operational policies, procedures, and best practices to improve efficiency and minimize risks.

• Ensure alignment and integration of systems, processes, and controls across various entities in Asia.
  

Trading & Commercial Support

• Collaborate with commercial teams to align operations with sales strategies, contracts, and client expectations within Asia Hub.

• Monitor execution of physical trades and contracts to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance.

• Ensure proper documentation and regulatory compliance for international coffee trade (e.g., Incoterms, FOB, CIF, etc.).

• Mitigate operational risks and bottlenecks in cross-border flows.
  

Strategic Execution & Digitalization and Systems

• Translate business goals into operational plans, KPIs, and actionable outcomes.

• Lead operational due diligence and integration for new markets, suppliers, or expansion activities.

• Support digital transformation and automation efforts in trading and logistics processes.
  

Financial and Risk Oversight

• Manage operational budgets, cost control, and margin improvement initiatives.

• Identify and mitigate operational risks, including supply disruptions, compliance gaps, or quality issues.

• Collaborate with finance on inventory management, working capital optimization, and cost allocation.
  

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop multi-functional operational teams across supply chain management, QA, origin offices, and warehouses.

• Foster a performance-driven, accountable culture with a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement, ownership, and operational excellence across the region.

• Collaborate closely with key functions, including Finance, HR, IT, and others in APAC.

• Build a culture of operational excellence, ownership, and collaboration across the region.
  

Sustainability and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to sustainability sourcing programs (e.g., NKG Bloom/Verified, Rainforest Alliance, Organic, and Fair Trade).

• Drive traceability, ESG reporting, and compliance with local and international trading laws.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Agriculture or a related field.

• Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably within the soft commodity sector.

• Strong understanding of international logistics, trading documentation, and customs processes.

• Experience working in a regional or global matrix organization.

• Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills.

• Effective communication and leadership abilities.

• Ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.

• Strong knowledge of risk management and compliance.

• Ability to travel for work purposes as required.

• Good verbal and written communication in English and proficient in other Asian languages preferred.

Please get in touch with your first point of contact:

There is not much better than the smell and taste of a freshly brewed coffee, right! That’s why we at NKG work passionately for our beloved product every day. As a globally operating green coffee service group, we work devotedly for and with coffee, as it is the only product our business focuses on. With more than 50 companies in 26 countries and more than 3,000 highly skilled employees, we are active in the sectors Export & Milling, Import, Farming, Agents & Representative Offices, and Services. The best possible design of processes along the coffee supply chain is always our top priority – of course with regard to the consideration of social, environmental, and economic needs as an integral part of our business model. Our group is privately owned and run. David M. Neumann is the founder-family’s third generation Managing Partner and overseeing the group jointly with his Management Team.

About the company :

• Core banking software provider

Responsibilities :

• Lead and scale international operations across Southeast Asia.
• Drive operational excellence across regional offices (Singapore, China, Thailand, Malaysia) and shape the backbone of their business in Asia.
• Manage financial planning and analysis for the business.
• Build and streamline the corporate functions including finance, operations and governance.

Requirements :

• 10 years of experience in operations management or general management, preferably in banking software, fintech or enterprise tech.
• Strong finance acumen; background in finance or accounting is a must.
• Proven experience in cross-border operations and managing multicultural teams.
• Comfortable working in early-stage or high-growth environment.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin
• Energetic, adaptable, proactive, resourceful, and dependable.

Our client is a leading food catering service provider in Singapore. It is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join its expanding business. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of services to the clients.

• Oversee and manage all operational aspects of the business, including logistics, food production, customer service, and staff management.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Manage budgets and financial plans, including forecasting, reporting, and cost control.
• Collaborate with the CEO and other executives to set company goals and objectives.
• Hire, train, and manage a high-performing team of managers and employees.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, partners, and clients.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including staff, customers, and shareholders.

• A minimum of 8 years of management experience in the F&B industry, with a focus on catering preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality management, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the catering business and industry trends.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate teams to achieve goals.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and financial planning.
• Fast-paced and able to work under pressure.
• Passion for the F&B industry.

Interested candidates are invited to send in your Resume in MS Word Format stating your past work experience, reasons for each leave, past and expected remuneration.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

• Drive Operational Excellence and Operational Discipline
• Oversee end-to-end coffee supply chain operations from origin to destination.
• Drive consistent operational standards across entities in the Asia Hub (e.g., Singapore, Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, etc.).
• Implement operational policies, procedures, and best practices to improve efficiency and minimize risks.
• Ensure alignment and integration of systems, processes, and controls across various entities in Asia.

• Collaborate with commercial teams to align operations with sales strategies, contracts, and client expectations within Asia Hub.
• Monitor execution of physical trades and contracts to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance.
• Ensure proper documentation and regulatory compliance for international coffee trade (e.g., Incoterms, FOB, CIF, etc.).
• Mitigate operational risks and bottlenecks in cross-border flows.

• Translate business goals into operational plans, KPIs, and actionable outcomes.
• Lead operational due diligence and integration for new markets, suppliers, or expansion activities.
• Support digital transformation and automation efforts in trading and logistics processes.

• Manage operational budgets, cost control, and margin improvement initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, including supply disruptions, compliance gaps, or quality issues.
• Collaborate with finance on inventory management, working capital optimization, and cost allocation.

• Lead and develop multi-functional operational teams across supply chain management, QA, origin offices, and warehouses.
• Foster a performance-driven, accountable culture with a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement, ownership, and operational excellence across the region.
• Collaborate closely with key functions, including Finance, HR, IT, and others in APAC.
• Build a culture of operational excellence, ownership, and collaboration across the region.

• Ensure adherence to sustainability sourcing programs (e.g., NKG Bloom/Verified, Rainforest Alliance, Organic, and Fair Trade).
• Drive traceability, ESG reporting, and compliance with local and international trading laws.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Agriculture or a related field.
• Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably within the soft commodity sector.
• Strong understanding of international logistics, trading documentation, and customs processes.
• Experience working in a regional or global matrix organization.
• Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong knowledge of risk management and compliance.
• Ability to travel for work purposes as required.
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A key position within our organization, the Operations Manager will be responsible for directing and overseeing a team of survey operation staff.

1. Leading and managing teams to achieve organizational objectives;
2. Developing and implementing strategies to improve operational efficiency;
3. Maintaining high-quality standards across all aspects of operations;
4. Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless integration of services;

Job Title:

Sr. Business Director

As a Sr. Business Director, you will be responsible for leading and driving business operations within our construction company.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development, strategic planning, financial oversight, and operational excellence within the construction industry.

• Oversee overall business operations including commercial, finance, HR, and administrative functions of the organization.
• Formulate and implement strategic business plans aligned with the company's growth objectives.
• Drive business development initiatives, including client acquisition, tender management, and contract negotiations.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to ensure sustainable profitability.
• Analyze market trends and identify new business opportunities in the construction sector.
• Ensure operational efficiency through effective resource allocation, policy implementation, and risk management.
• Strengthen internal control systems and ensure compliance with corporate governance, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams and technical leads to ensure smooth project execution and client satisfaction.
• Build and lead a high-performance management team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Forecasting
• Strategic Planning
• CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
• CONSTRUCTION
• OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
• Financial Planning
• Risk Management
• Selling
• Tender Management
• Business Development

You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals and contribute to the success of our organization.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional to join our team and make a meaningful contribution to our organization's growth and success.

The Executive Director will drive the organization's mission forward, fostering sustainable growth and delivering impactful services to the community.

• Provide strategic direction and partner with the Board to set and achieve organizational goals.
• Oversee daily operations, programs, and service delivery to ensure quality, efficiency, and community impact.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing team, promoting a positive, mission-driven culture.
• Identify opportunities for growth, manage finances effectively, and build relationships with stakeholders to enhance the organization's profile.
• Ensure compliance with governance standards, legal requirements, and reporting obligations.

• Proven senior leadership experience in social services, non-profits, or commercial sectors (CEO/COO/Head-level roles).
• Strong strategic planning, operational management, and financial acumen skills.
• Track record in stakeholder engagement, partnership development, and organizational growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and influence at all levels.
• Commitment to social impact, equity, and the organization's mission.

• Opportunity to lead and grow a dynamic organization.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.

Job Overview:

We seek a seasoned Executive to spearhead our organization, setting the vision and overseeing daily operations to drive growth and success.

Visionary Leader Needed

As a key member of our leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction and operational management of our organization. With a strong focus on driving financial performance and ensuring effective operational management across departments, this leadership position requires a high-level executive who can balance both the strategic and operational demands of the organization.

This role reports directly to the Board of Directors and involves working closely with the senior leadership team to guide the organization towards achieving its vision and goals while fostering a high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the company's strategic goals and objectives in alignment with the vision set by the Board of Directors. Lead the creation of long-term business strategies that drive growth, innovation, and market expansion.
• Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations across all business functions, including sales, marketing, finance, human resources, and customer service, ensuring efficiency and alignment with company goals.
• Financial Management: Manage and monitor the company's financial performance, ensuring profitability, cost management, and effective resource allocation. Develop budgets, financial forecasts, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure the business stays on track.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead and mentor senior management and department heads, ensuring effective performance management, professional development, and talent retention across the organization.
• Business Development: Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and market segments to expand the company's market share and revenue streams. Foster relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and industry leaders.
• Risk Management & Compliance: Monitor and mitigate risks related to financial, operational, and legal matters. Ensure the organization adheres to industry regulations and complies with corporate governance standards.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors, senior management, and other stakeholders. Prepare and present regular updates on organizational performance, strategic initiatives, and key challenges.
• Cultural Stewardship: Shape and maintain the organizational culture, ensuring that the organization's values, mission, and vision are clearly communicated and embraced across all levels of the organization.
• Market & Industry Insight: Stay informed of market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to guide the organization's strategic direction and innovation efforts.

To succeed in this role, you should possess excellent leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the capacity to make informed decisions, are also essential.

We offer a competitive compensation package, opportunities for career growth and development, and a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.