Managing Director

Michael Page; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 8,000,000 - 14,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Michael Page is helping a well-established Philippine company recruit for a C-level leadership role in Metro Manila. The position focuses on strategic planning, growth, and performance across a multi-functional organisation with an international footprint.

You will lead talent development, implement innovation-driven marketing, oversee operations, and manage budgets to align with strategic priorities. Strong commercial acumen and high EQ are essential for sustained success.

Qualifications

• Background in a consumer-driven organisation (FMCG/retail/telecom/F&B).
• Experience in strategic marketing, innovation and commercial transformation.
• Proven ability to develop, retain and promote talents internally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve organisational goals.
• Hire and develop best-in-market Filipino talent to ensure succession pipelines.
• Bring a fresh approach to marketing, driving innovation and growth.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency and high performance.
• Manage budgets and allocate resources to align with priorities.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships locally and with regulators.
• Monitor market trends and identify growth opportunities.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.

Skills

Strategic marketing

Innovation

Commercial transformation

Talent leadership

Commercial acumen

Emotional intelligence

Adaptability

Job description

Job Description:

• C-level role in a large, Filipino company with an international presence.
• A strategic role, driving fresh innovation and growth.

About Our Client

Well-respected and established local company with a significant business in the Philippines and a growing international organisation.

Job Description

• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve organisational goals and objectives.
• Hire and develop best-in-market Filipino talent, to ensure there is a pipeline of succession for the business moving forward.
• Bring a fresh approach to marketing, driving innovation and growth.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency and high performance across all departments.
• Manage budgets and allocate resources to align with business priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, partners, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for business growth.
• Implement best practices, processes and continuous improvement within the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.

The Successful Applicant

• A strong background in a consumer driven organisation; FMCG, consumer healthcare, retail, telco, F&B
• Background in strategic marketing, innovation and commercial transformation
• Experience leading multiple functions including developing, retaining and promoting top talents internally
• Excellent commercial acumen and an understanding of which levers are driving business performance, both short and long term
• High EQ - ability to build strong relationships internally and externally, collaborating with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• High AQ - grit, ownership, adaptability and the ability overcome setbacks

What's On Offer

• C-level leadership opportunity in an established and professional local company, with the freedom to make decisions and implement changes needed for growth
• Competitive compensation package, both guaranteed and performance based incentives. Excellent benefits
• Clear progression plan, in an organisation large enough to offer a path beyond this initial role

Quote job ref: JN-092026-7099644

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