Head of Asia Pacific

This role will provide comprehensive management support to the region. The successful candidate will play a vital role in fostering collaboration and facilitating the exchange of skills and knowledge among all entities within the Asia Pacific region.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership:

• Lead the Asia Pacific operation, taking ownership of regional strategy and budget
• Provide visionary leadership to align regional activities with overarching organizational goals

Goal Achievement:

• Take responsibility for achieving defined goals and implementing activities that drive sustainable growth within the region
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams regionally and globally to ensure successful execution of strategic initiatives

Operational Excellence:

• Continuously optimize processes and organizational structures within the region for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness
• Identify and implement best practices to elevate operational performance

Strategic Collaboration:

• Provide crucial insights and guidance to the business leaders in the region, contributing significant input to the implementation of defined strategies
• Foster a collaborative environment to ensure seamless execution of strategic initiatives across the region and global

Communication Hub:

• Act as the primary contact at Regional HQ for all activities related to the Asia Pacific region
• Facilitate clear communication channels between the regional teams and the headquarters

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in setting up and effectively managing regional organizations, with a focus on business development 
• Experience in leading organization with profit/loss responsibility and driving ambitious business goals through setting business strategies in competitive markets
• Demonstrated expertise in navigating B2B environments, particularly with technically demanding products, showcasing an ability to understand and cater to the needs of diverse industries
• Track record of successful leadership within a matrix organizational structure, demonstrating the ability to collaborate seamlessly across functions and regions
• Capable of leading senior business leaders and empowering them to take full accountability for their business scope while coaching and providing support to them
• A profound understanding of the diverse cultures, markets, and business dynamics across the Asia-Pacific region and deep appreciation and alignment with the Asian mentality, seamlessly integrating it with the broader company culture
• An integrative approach in the market, fostering collaboration and synergy across diverse regions and subsidiaries
• A nuanced understanding of the Regional Headquarters as a crucial component of the overall organizational structure, with the ability to align regional strategies with broader corporate goals
• A "developer" mindset, capable of introducing teams to new roles within the organization, nurturing their growth, and ensuring alignment with evolving business objectives

OUR CLIENT

Our client, a venerable European company with a century-long legacy, stands as a global leader with a presence on every continent and an extensive worldwide sales and distribution network. Renowned for producing precision machinery, it holds a distinguished market position, serving industries such as electronics, automotive parts, medical devices, and packaging. The company's unwavering commitment to customized design, continuous product development, and a steadfast dedication to delivering quality products have been the cornerstones of its enduring recognition and respect.

In the dynamic landscape of Asia, our client has been a stalwart presence for over 35 years, nurturing its own organizations across the region. The Asia Pacific Regional Headquarters serves as the epicenter for strategic initiatives, steering and nurturing the company's growth in Asia. It acts as a catalyst, fostering collaboration among regional subsidiaries to create synergy and unlock potential