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Programme Lead, Performance and Sustainability

Haleon Singapore Added on Jul 3, 2026
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This role acts as the driving force for sustainability across the Asia Pacific and ISC supply chain, overseeing a diverse portfolio of transformation programmes. You will own the transition from high-level strategy to tangible performance, ensuring that sustainability commitments are integrated into the core of manufacturing and logistics operations. Your day-to-day focus involves managing complex execution roadmaps and aligning diverse market priorities with global corporate goals.

Working for a global leader in consumer health, the impact here is both environmental and social. By leading decarbonisation, waste reduction, and circularity initiatives, you directly influence how millions of everyday health products are produced and distributed. This position is about proving that operational efficiency and planetary health are not mutually exclusive but rather two sides of the same performance coin.

This suits someone who is a master of matrix management and thrives on bringing order to large-scale, cross-functional projects. You should be equally comfortable talking GHG accounting with experts and project governance with senior regional leaders.

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What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?

The Programme Lead is responsible for the end-to-end leadership of the APAC and ISC Supply Chain programmes, specifically focusing on merging operational performance with sustainability goals. You will translate enterprise strategy into actionable roadmaps that include milestones for decarbonization, energy efficiency, and waste reduction. Your mandate includes establishing clear governance models to manage cross-functional teams across diverse markets. You will own the benefits realization process, ensuring that every sustainability initiative delivers measurable results against global commitments while maintaining supply chain service levels and cost-effectiveness.

Key learning opportunities for this job

You will gain deep exposure to large-scale ESG transformation within the FMCG and healthcare sectors, learning how to scale sustainability pilots across multi-country manufacturing networks. This includes mastering the complexities of greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting and renewable energy procurement in varied regulatory environments. Furthermore, the role offers a masterclass in matrix leadership. You will refine your ability to influence senior executives and local site leaders without direct authority, developing sophisticated change management techniques that are essential for global sustainability leaders.

How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?

The ideal candidate brings significant experience in leading complex, cross-functional programmes within a supply chain or manufacturing setting. You should possess a solid understanding of sustainability frameworks and operational metrics related to carbon, water, and circularity. Beyond technical knowledge, strong analytical skills are vital for building business cases and tracking ROI on ESG investments. The recruiter is looking for an influential communicator who can navigate ambiguity and maintain a disciplined project management approach across diverse cultural and geographic landscapes.

Advice to stand out and make a successful application

To stand out, move beyond listing project management certifications and demonstrate your ability to quantify sustainability outcomes in a commercial context. Highlight specific instances where you successfully managed trade-offs between supply chain costs and environmental impact. Given the APAC and ISC scope, show evidence of your cultural intelligence and experience navigating different market maturates. Align your application with Haleon’s 'Win as One' strategy, proving you can unify disparate teams under a single, purpose-driven sustainability agenda.

What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?

The role centers on the operational footprint of the supply chain. Expect to spend significant time on decarbonization strategies for manufacturing sites and logistical networks, as well as optimizing resource efficiency through reduced water and energy consumption. Another major pillar is circularity and responsible sourcing. You will likely lead projects aimed at reducing plastic waste in packaging and ensuring that ingredients for brands like Sensodyne or Centrum are sourced in compliance with evolving social and environmental standards.

What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?

One of the primary challenges will be managing competing priorities between immediate supply chain performance (cost and service) and longer-term sustainability investments. Navigating this tension requires high levels of diplomacy and data-backed persuasion. Additionally, the geographic diversity of the APAC and ISC region poses logistical and regulatory challenges. Implementing a standardized sustainability framework across markets with varying levels of infrastructure and green energy availability will require creative and adaptive problem-solving.

How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?

A typical day might begin with a governance review with the Operational Transformation Head to discuss project risks and resource availability. Mid-morning could involve a workshop with site managers in a specific market to troubleshoot a waste reduction pilot or a decarbonization initiative. Your afternoon might be dedicated to data analysis and reporting, where you synthesize progress on KPIs for senior stakeholder steering committees. You will spend a significant portion of your time in virtual meetings, aligning with global teams in Europe and local teams across Asia to ensure consistency in program delivery.

What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?

As a senior leader in a relatively young, independent company (post-demerger), you have the chance to shape the sustainability culture of the region. Successful delivery in this role positions you for global leadership roles within Haleon’s sustainability or supply chain functions. There is also a clear path toward Executive or C-suite roles in operational transformation or corporate ESG, as the role provides the high-level visibility and regional accountability necessary for top-tier management positions.

The main stakeholders you might be interacting with

You will interact daily with the Regional Supply Chain leadership and the Operational Transformation team. These stakeholders are your primary partners in identifying business needs and securing the resources required for programme success. External to your immediate hierarchy, you will collaborate with Global Sustainability leads, Finance partners, and Procurement teams. Because the role is matrixed, you will also engage heavily with local market MDs and site leaders to ensure local adoption of regional sustainability initiatives.

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