About Medicom
At Medicom, creativity, ambition, initiative, and integrity shape everything we do. For over 35 years, we’ve grown with an entrepreneurial mindset—giving our teams the opportunity to make real impact in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.
We also believe in flexibility and balance, so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Chief Operating Officer - Asia (COO, APAC) to lead operational excellence and accelerate Medicom’s regional growth across Asia.
This enterprise-level role oversees regional functions and manufacturing sites, working closely with country leadership teams and corporate executives to bring our Vision 2030 to life.
The COO, APAC will play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, scaling operations, building culture, and ensuring world-class quality and regulatory compliance across the region.
What You Will Do
Operations & Performance
- Oversee regional operations and manufacturing across the APAC region.
- Strengthen collaboration between regional business units and corporate teams.
- Translate enterprise strategy into clear operational plans, objectives, and governance structures.
- Foster a high-performance culture focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people.
Strategy & Execution
- Define, monitor, and drive key performance indicators (growth, profitability, service, cash).
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, S&OP, Operational Excellence).
- Ensure compliance with ISO, FDA, NMPA, and other applicable regulatory frameworks.
- Partner with global leadership to drive innovation, scalability, and sustainable growth.
People & Culture
- Develop, mentor, and empower high-performing teams and future leaders across the region.
- Champion culture-building initiatives that promote accountability, agility, and engagement.
- Communicate with clarity and influence to align stakeholders and accelerate decision-making.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field; MBA preferred.
- 15+ years of senior operations leadership experience across APAC, including Greater China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
- Proven track record of KPI-driven management and continuous improvement.
- Strong executive presence with exceptional influencing, coaching, and leadership capabilities.
- Fluency in English and Mandarin.
- Deep expertise in quality systems and regulatory frameworks for medical devices and/or PPE.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment while maintaining strong governance.
Assets
- Strategic yet hands-on leadership style.
- Demonstrated success in leading organizational change.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Commercial, and Corporate functions.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on long-term value creation.
- High-integrity, solutions-focused leadership approach.
What We Offer
- High-impact enterprise leadership role with regional and global influence.
- Direct exposure to senior decision-making and group-level strategy.
- Entrepreneurial environment with flexibility and strong work-life balance.
- Autonomy, stimulating projects, and competitive executive compensation.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply today via Medicom Careers and help shape the future of infection prevention and control across Asia.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Medicom is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without regard to age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnic or national origin, religious beliefs, disability, or family status.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
