Job Description
- The Group Managing Director is responsible for the overall success of the Pacific Asia region, driving business growth, and delivering innovative strategies
- This individual will lead the management team, develop long-term strategies, and foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to achieve financial and business objectives
- Develop and implement the company’s vision, mission, and long-term strategic plan to drive growth and profitability
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure the smooth and effective operations of the Pacific Asia region
- Set financial objectives and manage the company’s budget, ensuring that revenue and profitability goals are met
- Analyze financial performance and make recommendations for operational improvements and cost efficiencies
- Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction
- Mentor, coach, and lead the management team, ensuring that all employees align with the company’s culture and goals
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment, promoting innovation and teamwork
- Lead negotiations for major contracts and strategic partnerships
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and meetings with potential clients and stakeholders
Requirements
- Minimum of 15 years of professional experience, with at least 10 years in a leadership role overseeing operations in the book retail industry
- Proven experience as Managing Director or other senior management position with a strong understanding of business and retail operations
- Degree in any discipline
- Strong financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and resources
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Thorough knowledge of market changes and forces that influence the company
- Experience in developing and implementing educational business strategies.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead diverse teams
- Fluent in English and Japanese language (Business level in both spoken and written) as incumbent would be required to communicate with HQ in Japan.
- Ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders.
- Willing to travel frequently
