Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Leads multi-country operations, finance, and program management for a USD 580M group operating across ASEAN and Africa. Oversees cross-functional teams (795+ staff), optimizing financial governance, supply chain efficiency, and operational impact. Implemented ERP-driven monitoring systems, improved efficiency by 15%, and developed risk frameworks ensuring continuity in complex contexts. Provides strategic guidance to the board, investors, and operational partners to align business performance with sustainability and community objectives.

Regional Finance & Manufacturing Leader – ASEAN Expansion

Directed multi-country operations and finance programs (USD 400M+) across Myanmar, ASEAN, and Africa under the Valency Group. Oversaw manufacturing, fertilizer imports, FMCG, and agri-commodity trading operations across subsidiaries including Valfert Co. Ltd and Myanmar Evergreen Gurjan Wood Co. Ltd. Led integrated manufacturing, procurement, and logistics operations ensuring full trade compliance and on-time cross-border deliveries. Strengthened financial governance, treasury centralization, and ERP-driven reporting, achieving 20% cost reduction and improved liquidity. Expanded dealer networks from 280 to 450+, optimizing market coverage and last-mile distribution. Managed timber manufacturing and export operations (USD 260M+), ensuring 300+ shipments with zero documentation lapses and releasing USD 8M in working capital. Coordinated African subsidiaries (Nigeria, Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast) for MIS, budgeting, and audit readiness. Built local capacity through training, compliance alignment, and operational digitization across ASEAN and Africa.