General Manager (Commercial Operations) at Logistics & Distribution Solutions in Yangon, Myanmar

Job Description

General Manager (Commercial Operations) at Logistics & Distribution Solutions in Yangon, Myanmar

• Responsible for leading overall commercial operations, driving integrated supply chain performance, and delivering sustainable business growth, with a strong emphasis on pharmaceutical supply chain management and regulatory compliance.
• Salary up to 18,000,000 MMK

The Role

This is a high-impact executive leadership role suited for a seasoned operations and commercial professional with extensive experience in logistics and supply chain, particularly within the pharmaceutical or healthcare distribution sector. The position focuses on strategic execution, operational integration, and commercial growth while ensuring compliance, quality standards, and supply chain resilience.

The successful candidate will act as a key operational leader, translating long-term strategy into execution, building a high-performance organization, and driving transformation initiatives to support scalable and compliant business operations.

About the Company

Our client is an established and growing organization operating in the logistics and supply chain sector, focused on delivering high-quality, scalable, and efficient operations across regulated and non-regulated industries.

Description

• Translate the company’s 3–5 year strategic vision into actionable business plans across departments
• Drive commercial and operational alignment to deliver revenue growth and profitability
• Identify and develop new market opportunities, including expansion within healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors
• Lead end-to-end supply chain integration across procurement, warehousing, and distribution
• Ensure operational readiness to handle pharmaceutical products, including temperature-sensitive and regulated goods
• Optimize operational workflows to eliminate bottlenecks and enhance throughput while maintaining compliance standards
• Ensure seamless coordination with internal teams, group entities, and external partners
• Oversee compliant handling, storage, and distribution of pharmaceutical and healthcare products
• Ensure adherence to GDP (Good Distribution Practice), regulatory, and quality assurance standards
• Implement and maintain robust systems for cold chain management, traceability, and risk mitigation
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies, principals, and stakeholders to ensure product integrity and compliance
• Take full ownership of operational P&L and financial performance
• Consolidate and manage departmental budgets with a focus on cost optimization and ROI
• Drive financial discipline, forecasting accuracy, and performance tracking
• Lead digital transformation initiatives to transition from manual to advanced operational systems
• Implement data-driven decision-making, analytics, and process improvements
• Ensure operational systems scale effectively with increasing demand and regulatory complexity
• Build, mentor, and develop a strong leadership pipeline across departments
• Drive succession planning and strengthen organizational capability
• Promote a performance-driven culture with accountability and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Master’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration (MBA), or related field
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations, with strong exposure to pharmaceutical or healthcare supply chain
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing multi-functional teams
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical distribution, cold chain logistics, and regulatory compliance (GDP standards preferred)
• Strong track record in P&L management and commercial growth delivery
• Expertise in operational optimization, digital transformation, and risk management frameworks
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic decision-making capabilities
• Ability to operate in complex, regulated, and fast-evolving environments

Benefits

• Executive-level role with significant strategic and operational responsibility
• Opportunity to lead regulated supply chain operations with high business impact
• Exposure to cross-functional and regional operations
• Competitive compensation aligned with seniority and performance

Career Growth Opportunities

This role offers a pathway into C-level leadership (COO / CEO track), with direct influence over business direction, operational strategy, and expansion in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals and healthcare.

For more information, contact Derek Aung on Telegram at @Derek9000