Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Chief Executive Officer (Sportwear, Vietnamese)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategy & Growth
- Develop and execute mid- to long-term business strategies for the company
- Define and strengthen brand positioning in the sportswear segment in Vietnam
- Set and drive business targets (revenue, profitability, market share)
- Propose and implement initiatives to enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency
2. Business Operations
- Oversee all business activities, with key focus on Sales, Marketing, and Product Development
- Develop go-to-market strategies and expand omni-channel sales systems
- Optimize revenue, sales performance, and customer experience
- Supervise end-to-end supply chain operations (sourcing, production, delivery)
3. Product Development
- Define product strategy aligned with market trends and customer needs
- Lead and oversee collection development with design teams
- Ensure balance between design, functionality, and commercial performance
4. Operations & Supply Chain
- Manage and optimize overall operations and supply chain
- Ensure efficiency in cost, timeline, and product quality
5. Financial Management
- Take full ownership of company financial performance (P&L)
- Control costs, cash flow, and resource allocation
- Ensure pricing strategies and profitability optimization
- Report financial performance regularly to the Board of Directors
6. Organization & People Management
- Build organizational structure and develop leadership team
- Lead recruitment, training, and succession planning
- Foster a performance-driven and results-oriented culture
7. Client & Partnership Management
- Develop and maintain relationships with key clients and strategic partners
- Lead negotiations and manage key contracts
- Handle critical issues related to customers and orders
8. Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure company operations comply with legal regulations and internal policies
- Identify, manage, and mitigate business risks
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, or related fields
- 8–15 years of experience, including at least 3 years in senior leadership roles (CEO, Business Head, Brand Director, or equivalent)
- Proven experience in Sales, Marketing, and Product Development
- Strong background in sportswear, fashion, garment, or retail industry (preferred)
- Deep understanding of Vietnam's sportswear/fashion market and trends
- Solid knowledge of garment supply chain and manufacturing
- Experience in leading product R&D and collection development
- Strong business acumen with end-to-end ownership from strategy to execution
- Strong financial management skills (P&L, pricing, margin optimization, data-driven decision-making)
- Excellent leadership, influence, and team development capability
- Strategic mindset with strong execution focus
- High resilience, adaptability, and decision-making ability under pressure
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Contact: hang@cnk-consulting.com.vn (Ms. Lia Thu Hang)
Note: We appreciate all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted