Romulo Laygo

Senior Manufacturing and Operation Executive with more than 20 years of experience in apparel and garment manufacturing across the Asia Pacific. Proven expertise in manufacturing operations, supply chain management, quality assurance, industrial engineering, supplier development, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Successfully led large scale production operations and supplier networks for international brands.

Director of Manufacturing - Gingersnaps Philippines - Manila, Philippines

(2020-02 - 2024-12)

• Directed end-to-end manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Managed critical path activities to ensure timely delivery.
• Implemented KPI driven performance systems.
• Reduced inventory and logistics cost through improved planning.
• Coordinated production and quality teams across subcontractor facilities.

Technical and Quality Assurance Manager - Marks and Spencer Asia Pacific Ltd Hong Kong - Hong Kong

(2009-11 - 2019-04)

Led quality assurance, technical operations and supplier development programs.

• Conducted supplier audits, risk assessments and quality systems evaluations.
• Managed product development approvals and bulk production approvals.
• Improved suppliers quality performance through corrective action programs.

Technical QA & QC Manager - Tamarind International Ltd. - Hong Kong

(2004-05 - 2009-11)

• Established KPI based quality monitoring systems for all supply chain.
• Improved on-time delivery performance through process controls.
• Introduced modular sewing system and right first time manufacturing process to shorten throughput time minimizing inventory level improving quality level of production.

Industrial Engineering and Costing Manager - Delta Galil Garment Lt. - Guangzhou China

(2001-02 - 2004-05)

• Analyzed cost data to identify trends and optimize budgeting processes.
• Developed and implemented costing models for new product lines.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance pricing strategies.
• Led training sessions on cost management best practices for staff.
• Developed labor standards and costing systems.
• Improved productivity through line balancing and workflow optimization.
• Trained engineering and production teams on best practices.

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering - Adamson University (1982-10)