Project Manager – Logistics Transformation (IoR Transition & 3PL / DC Implementation)
9 months Contract Role 

Role Context

This role leads two mission-critical supply chain transformation programs for a large, fast-moving retail joint venture in Asia-Pacific. Both initiatives run in parallel and require zero tolerance for disruption to store availability or peak trading.

We are partnering with a leading global retail group to hire a Head of Product Quality. This senior role will shape and lead the quality strategy across multiple categories produced in Asia. You will build a high-performing QA organisation, elevate supplier capability, strengthen global standards, and influence decisions early in the product lifecycle.

The Senior Manager – Digital Sourcing plays a pivotal role in transforming the organisation’s global sourcing ecosystem through digital innovation, supplier enablement, and operational excellence.
The role leads key digital sourcing initiatives, acts as product owner for supplier development tools, and partners closely with cross-functional teams to drive long-term supply chain capability and performance.

Executive Summary

On behalf of our client, a leading international organisation expanding its consumer presence across Asia, Axentia Global has been retained to identify an exceptional Country Manager to lead and scale its Philippines business. The role carries full market leadership responsibility, including strategic growth, brand stewardship, financial performance, and operational execution across a fast-growing retail ecosystem. The successful candidate will navigate a complex joint-venture environment, influence multi-stakeholder decision-making, and build a high-performance organisation that delivers long-term value creation.

This senior role will lead regional financial strategy, governance, and commercial decision-making across a multi-country sourcing footprint. You will work closely with the senior leadership team to ensure financial resilience, optimise cost structures, and contribute to long-term growth and value creation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted finance partner to the COO and executive leadership team

• Shape medium- and long-term business strategy and capability roadmap for the sourcing organisation

• Work collaboratively with sourcing, supply chain, and transformation teams to drive efficiency and margin improvement

• Lead investment analysis, strategic planning, and cross-regional financial risk management

Financial Management & Performance

• Own annual planning cycle including budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting

• Monitor and enhance key business performance indicators including supplier economics, cost optimisation, and sourcing efficiency

• Provide commercial insight and financial modelling to support decision-making across markets

Governance, Compliance & Controls

• Strengthen financial governance, systems alignment, and process excellence across the region

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, global finance standards, and local regulatory requirements

• Enhance financial controls and reporting accuracy

Cash Flow & Cost Efficiency

• Ensure strong cash flow management across business units

• Negotiate efficiencies with service partners to support cost discipline

• Oversee statutory reporting and tax compliance across relevant jurisdictions

What You Bring

• Master's degree in finance, accounting or business; CPA / ACCA / CA qualified

• ~15 years of finance leadership experience, ideally in a sourcing, supply chain, retail or trading environment

• Strong knowledge of taxation, audit and compliance across Asian markets

• Track record in driving financial strategy, operational performance, and business transformation

• Commercial acumen and experience building investment cases for growth and capability development

• Hands-on leader with strong analytical skills, integrity, and executive influence

• Ability to partner cross-functionally and lead high-performing teams

• Curious, proactive, and willing to immerse in operational detail to support informed decision-making

Culture & Values

This organisation embraces diversity, inclusion, and transparency. They foster an environment where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to bring their ideas and make an impact. They encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to an equitable and respectful workplace.

Head of Property – Philippines

Location: Manila, Philippines
Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About the Role

A fast-growing international retail brand is expanding its footprint in the Philippines and is seeking a strategic and execution-focused Head of Property to lead the full property lifecycle, from site identification to store opening. This role will play a key part in shaping the company’s market presence and securing high-potential locations that support long-term growth.