Romil Jagunap

• Commercialized 50 private labels with P2.5 billion sales.
• Influenced positive change among businesses operating internationally through continuous improvement of processes, systems, and methodologies.
• Conducted comprehensive market research to identify trends, assess risks, and inform strategic decision-making
• Enhanced brand reputation by effectively communicating value of services offered to potential clients worldwide.
• Implemented successful marketing campaigns that increased awareness of services among target audiences globally.
• Set up supply chain capability of company that includes in-house manufacturing for own brand.

• Provide senior leadership to a P10 billion company in the Philippines across four (4) business units – Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Technology & Performance Materials
• This includes management of food manufacturing arm of group under Edward Keller Philippines Inc
• Manage 8 direct subordinates – Manufacturing Director, Regulatory & Quality Head, Finance Director (CFO), VP Sales, HR Director, Legal counsel, Supply Chain director, and R&D Head
• Management of whole business and manufacturing plant operations with 448 regular employees and 300 contractual staff
• Key Achievements: Expansion of manufacturing capacity of Edward Keller Philippines Inc from 50,000mt to 100,000mt per year
• Setting up of manufacturing facilities in USA and soon in Malaysia and Germany as well
• Increase sales turn-over from P2 billion to P6 billion for food manufacturing for food service and industrial customers and chemical trading business
• Increase Glint employee satisfaction survey from 69 to 79% which is above global standard of 75% thus reducing attrition rate from 15 to 5%
• Develop High-performing team Expand market coverage to US, middle east, Asia Pacific
• Develop capability for frozen dough production line Expand its operation to fruit juice concentrate Plant automation Conversion to clean energy for plant achieving carbon neutrality thus winning Global Award for sustainability
• Re-structure organization to transform organization into agile, lean and greener company.
• System automation – SAP, Power BI, Salesforce.com, K2, Forecast Pro, Firm believer in leadership, teamwork, staff involvement and development that creates high performing team giving double-digit growth to company.
• Winner of Global Sustainability Award
• Awarded as Best Leader in 2022
• Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources
• Adopted cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity levels within the organization
• Established innovative policies to improve organizational performance and increase customer satisfaction
• Streamlined organizational processes by evaluating current systems and implementing improvements

• Provide visionary leadership to USD35 million green field investment of Interflour Group in Philippines
• Responsible for the overall P&L of the Flour business in accordance with the direction established in the strategic plans
• Develop distribution channel and strategy roadmap for successful execution of organization business plan which is aligned with over-all strategic plan of group
• Manage 5 direct subordinates – Business and Strategy Director, Plant & Operations Director, Finance Director (CFO), Sales & Marketing Director and Commercial, Corporate and Admin Director (CCA Director)
• Management of whole business and manufacturing plant operations with 117 regular employees and 65 contractual staff
• Key Achievements: Establish 162,000mt per year flour milling plant on 5.2-hectare land in Subic Bay Free Port Zone in Zambales, Philippines High sales achievement of 50% capacity utilization in first year of production operation Sales turn-over of USD 33 million in year 1 of operation Increase GP from 5 to 12% at end of fiscal year Improve quality of product through process innovation in production
• Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations
• Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results
• Supported project management team for optimal performance
• Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Directed change management initiatives that aligned employees with evolving business objectives
• Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership
• Led operational team in development, rollout, and management of new product lines
• Spearheaded development and implementation of distributed organizational structure to increase efficiency
• Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service
• Implemented robust financial controls to increase transparency, reduce risk, and optimize resource allocation
• Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles
• Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards
• Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities
• Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources
• Adopted cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity levels within the organization
• Established innovative policies to improve organizational performance and increase customer satisfaction
• Streamlined organizational processes by evaluating current systems and implementing improvements
• Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency
• Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts, attracting top-tier talent to build a high-performing team
• Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols
• Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure
• Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations
• Influenced key stakeholders through effective communication strategies that garnered support for critical projects
• Mitigated regulatory risks by overseeing adherence to insurance and safety regulations
• Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards
• Launched new products successfully into the market after meticulous research, planning, and marketing campaigns
• Facilitated communication between departmental teams and stakeholders to build consensus
• Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives
• Led successful merger negotiations, resulting in expanded market share and increased profitability

• Provide executive leadership to 4 companies within group: (1) Lluvia Limited Bakery Commissary (USD 1 million), (2) Lluvia Limited for Wheat Flour (USD120 million), (3) Premier Coffee (USD100 million) and (4) Capital Food Solutions Limited (USD5 million) including international business (Philippines, Thailand, China, Cambodia)
• Provide cross functional management with seven (7) direct subordinates, Assistant General Managers (AGM) – (1) AGM of Manufacturing, (2) AGM of Sales & Marketing, (3) AGM of Finance, (4) AGM of QA & R&D, (5) AGM of Supply Chain, (6) AGM of Human Resources, and (7) AGM of Business Development with the general oversight of 3,000 employees
• Key Achievements: Lluvia Wheat Flour (Grain Processing) Re-structure company for leaner organization and more efficient set up Increase sales from USD100 to 120 million per annum Increase market share from 55 to 65%
• Achievement of ISO 22000 certifications Lluvia Bakery Commissary (Bakery Production/Retail): Established brand-new bakery commissary factory to supply bread, pastries, cakes and biscuits to Oven Fresh and Capital Supermarket/hypermarket Improved supply chain and distribution system to reduce cost by employing 3rd party logistics company Have launched new products under brand “Cake Delights” Improved production efficiency thru automation
• Increased sales from USD4 million to USD 5 million Developed food service market

• Provide leadership to the team in Singapore that comprises of sales & marketing, business development, technical & innovations, customer service, finance as well as the supply chain
• Managing 14 employees in Singapore as the Regional head office and R&D center in Asia
• 32 indirect subordinates from factory in Palsgaard Malaysia Sdn Bhd
• Key Achievements: Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies for Asia Pacific region; increasing sales from Euro 300,000 to 30 million from year 2006 to 2013.
• Expand distribution network from 16 to 20 countries in Asia Pacific
• Set up a USD 10 million pilot plant and R&D Center facilities in Singapore for bakery, dairy, ice cream, margarine, shortening, chocolates and confectionery products
• Set up USD4 million pilot plant for Soya Extraction facility that became global center of excellence for Palsgaard in Singapore
• Created new winning products thru innovations such as Monde Nissin Mamon (aerated butter cake) in Philippines, Cheese Squeeze for Mondelez (Kraft) that won “Most Innovative Supplier Award for Dairy Category”, Vinamilk yogurt, TH Dairy milk, Lotte Korea custard, cake.
• Appoint Edward Keller Philippines as contract manufacturer of emulsifier and stabilizer blends for export to Vietnam Set up new emulsifier plant in Johor Bahru, Malaysia with investment of USD30 million
• Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services
• Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings
• Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success
• Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly
• Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals
• Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff
• Managed risk effectively by instituting comprehensive mitigation strategies across the organization''s operations
• Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations
• Expanded market presence through successful negotiation of key partnerships and acquisitions
• Launched innovative products/services that captured new market share while maintaining competitive pricing structures
• Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and core competencies
• Optimized resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments
• Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow
• Spearheaded corporate reorganization efforts, realigning internal resources to better support growth objectives
• Established a high-performing executive team, recruiting top talent from diverse industries to drive organizational excellence
• Implemented robust financial controls and reporting systems, ensuring accurate forecasting and budget management
• Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time
• Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources
• Directed large-scale projects from inception to completion on time/budget with strict adherence to quality standards
• Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages
• Oversaw complex negotiations with suppliers/vendors for favorable contract terms that led to cost savings
• Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy
• Devised and implemented innovative and marketing campaigns to promote products and services
• Led development of comprehensive business plan to maximize profitability and company performance
• Documented processes and drafted SOPs to comply with regulations and company policies
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide growth objectives, fostering collaboration and innovation
• Enhanced workplace safety protocols proactively addressing potential hazards before they became critical incidents

• Responsible in providing technical service support to customers in Asia-Pacific region
• Technical service support includes product development and plant trial runs
• Have responsibility on over-all sales of sweeteners in Asia Pacific
• Key Achievements: Increased sales of sweeteners division from USD10 million to USD12 million within a year Develop new products and innovations such as the sugar free coffee candy with Mayora in Indonesia, sugar free candy in ITC India, sugar free ice cream in New Zealand, energy drinks, etc
• Have registered the new functional ingredients within ASEAN for Isomalt and Palatinose.

• Responsible for implementation of technical project goals on local Singapore market including direct exports and subsidiaries of RAPS in Asia Pacific
• Involve in planning, controlling and evaluation of products to ensure that recommended product function effectively in customer’s application and processes
• Key Achievements: Expand distribution network in Asia Pacific from 10 to 16 countries Conduct training, seminars and technical consultation to food industry
• Expanded business from Euro 5 million to Euro 6 million sales.

Front line technical person who is assigned to manage application and technical support of National Starch’s customers in Southeast Asia

• Key Achievements: Developed few winning products such as Pringles potato chips Become technical champion for key customers such as Kraft/Mondelez) and Unilever whereby technical services are provided including troubleshooting and new product development Have developed cheese flavor mayonnaise for Unilever Philippines
• Performed research on latest technologies and current markets to develop new product concepts, successfully developing over 30 new products

• Responsible for the product development and commercialization of different snacks, beverage and confectionery products
• Key Achievements: Developed iced lemon tea RTD under the brand of Pacific Sun Developed Gold Rush extruded snacks products Developed fabricated potato chips under the brand “Bocaditos”
• Developed and implemented plans to qualify alternate suppliers or new materials for manufacturing
• Partnered with sales, strategy and business development to identify new product opportunities, manage project portfolio and work assignments
• Supported collaborative projects and worked closely with technical partners to deliver against portfolio roadmaps
• Coordinated with purchasing department to identify new materials and technology
• Worked with global cross-functional teams to gain alignment and move initiatives from product ideas to commercialization
• Leveraged data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making
• Liaised with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and expectations and develop strategic direction to R&D performance materials
• Used multiple sources of information and broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations

• Responsible for lab testing of packaging, incoming raw materials as well as in-process products
• Key Achievements: Had conducted Physico-chemical and microbiological analyses of raw materials and finished thus reducing rejection in production Had evaluated samples/raw materials from different suppliers to qualify as new or alternative suppliers for cost saving purposes Had assisted in improvement of quality audit to make sure that all operations are in line with company’s corporate QA policy
• Administered 20 internal quality audits and assessed results to inform corrective action measures
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and bug fixes
• Supported timely project completion through efficient prioritization and execution of test tasks
• Evaluated emerging trends and technologies in the QA field, incorporating innovative tools where appropriate to enhance team capabilities
• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent validation and verification of software functionality
• Optimized resource allocation by performing accurate estimation of time required for various testing activities