Managing Director, Operations and Business Growth

ExecThread; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Managing Director to drive operations and business growth in the SEA region. The successful candidate will possess a strategic mindset and exceptional leadership skills, with a minimum of 20 years' experience in commercial, strategy, technical sales, and business management. Responsibilities include developing growth strategies, ensuring compliance, and fostering innovation. Ideal candidates will hold a tertiary qualification in engineering and an MBA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in engineering or a related field.
• MBA highly preferred.
• Minimum of 20 years' experience in commercial, strategy, technical sales, and business management.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead operations and business growth in the SEA region.
• Drive growth and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and manage local finances.

Job description

Managing Director, Operations and Business Growth

The Company is in search of a Managing Director to spearhead operations and business growth in the SEA region. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader, responsible for building and adapting organizations to meet customer needs, overseeing all business functions, and ensuring operational excellence. Key responsibilities include driving growth, maintaining strong customer relationships, and fostering innovation.

The role demands a strategic thinker who can make decisions in line with corporate directives, develop and implement growth strategies, and identify new business opportunities. The Managing Director will also be tasked with ensuring compliance with local regulations, managing local finances, and aligning with regional and global teams to support various business functions. Applicants for the Managing Director position at the company should hold a tertiary qualification in engineering or a related field, with an MBA being highly preferred.

A minimum of 20 years' experience in commercial, strategy, technical sales, and business management, particularly within the engineering services industry, is required. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in driving growth, building customer relationships, and possess strong business acumen. Experience in the industrial equipment industry, as well as in senior managerial positions, is essential.

The role demands exceptional leadership skills, the ability to motivate teams, and a focus on driving operational excellence. An entrepreneurial mindset, strong understanding of corporate finance, and the ability to strategically plan for the business's future are also key attributes for the role.

Functions:

• General Management
• Business Development
• Strategy

Travel %

Less than 10%