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Regional Vice President APAC
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Experience Required:
1-3years
Experience Required:
Posted:
5 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
2 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
About The Company:
Our client is an established multi-national industrial group with a significant presence in the glass packaging industry. They are a key player in their sector operating through a network of subsidiaries and joint ventures globally. To drive their continued growth and operational excellence in one of their most critical markets they are seeking a seasoned and strategic leader to oversee all aspects of their Asian operations.
About The Job:
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Managing Director Asia to take full ownership of the groups entities and Joint Ventures across the region. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for aligning regional strategy with global objectives and overseeing all operational functions including R&D Manufacturing Purchasing Controlling Quality and Human Resources. This position requires a leader who can balance high-level strategic vision with hands-on execution driving performance and profitability across a complex and dynamic landscape.
Requirements
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Operational Leadership: Take full P&L responsibility for all group entities and Joint Ventures in the Asia region. Define and align the strategic direction with partners and ensure its seamless translation into day-to-day management execution.
- Budgeting & Performance: Define comprehensive budgets encompassing Sales Manufacturing Production Workforce R&D Resources Production Capacity and Quality Targets. Monitor weekly and monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) supervise financial results and implement corrective actions to achieve budget targets.
- Strategic Planning: Organize and manage the product plan definition and execution ensuring it aligns with the groups overarching strategy.
- Governance & Reporting: Organize and lead quarterly Board of Directors meetings and monthly Management meetings providing clear and concise reporting to the Group CEO.
- Client Engagement: Act as a key executive representative participating actively in critical negotiations with the regions Top 10 customers.
- Compliance & Risk: Ensure full compliance with all Chinese regulations and manage any associated risks.
- Talent Management: Foster a high-performance culture building enthusiasm and passion within the team while effectively managing complex and sometimes ambiguous situations.
Profile Requirements
- Experience: A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in General Management specifically within the glass packaging industry. Proven experience leading a small to mid-sized company and/or managing a Joint Venture is essential.
- Education: Must possess a Masters degree in Engineering and an MBA from a globally recognized Top 5 Business School.
- Leadership & Autonomy: A hands-on leader who can maintain a strategic view. Demonstrated ability to manage complex situations make decisive decisions and lead with authenticity and resilience under stress.
- Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to communicate effectively with all levels from factory workers to C-level executives and customer CEOs. Must be a confident and serene leader.
- Languages: Fluency in French Chinese (Mandarin) and English is mandatory.
- Work Authorization: Must be willing to be based in Hong Kong and travel extensively (60%) throughout China and the broader Asia region.
Required Skills:
Profile Requirements Fluency in Chinese Mandarin and English is a must; previous experience with local clients is a plus. Bachelors degree or above in Finance Economics Business Administration or a related field. At least 3 years of work experience in risk management or related functions. Evidence of strong leadership capabilities or previous supervisory experience. Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or other relevant certifications is advantageous. Ability to identify issues and trends to anticipate change and provide recommended comprehensive solutions and remedies.
