Assistant General Manager

SANKYU (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional management firm located in Singapore seeks an experienced Assistant General Manager to oversee operational excellence in logistics and management governance. This crucial role requires fluency in Japanese for effective communication with headquarters, along with over 10 years of experience in logistics and industrial operations. The successful candidate will ensure adherence to safety and quality standards while supporting strategic planning across regions. This is a pivotal opportunity for professionals looking to drive operational success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in logistics, engineering, and industrial operations.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Japanese is essential for interactions.
• Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and managing operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee General Management and coordinate regional operational policies.
• Ensure all business units adhere to corporate safety standards.
• Manage Quality Management initiatives to improve service quality.

Skills

Logistics operations

Cross-functional team leadership

Strategic planning

Japanese language proficiency

Multicultural teamwork

Education

Degree in logistics, engineering, or related field

Job description

Company Overview / Employee Value Proposition

SANKYU SOUTHEAST ASIA HOLDINGS PTE. LTD.

Job Summary

Sankyu Southeast Asia Holdings is seeking a highly competent and motivated Assistant General Manager to support our regional leadership team. This role plays a key part in overseeing General Management, Safety Management, Quality Management and Management Governance across our Southeast Asia, India and Middle East operations. The successful candidate will ensure operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement in line with Sankyu’s global standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and support General Management, including coordination of regional operational policies, regional governance and management systems.
• Lead and monitor Safety Management, ensuring all business units adhere to corporate safety standards, legal requirements, and best practices.
• Manage Quality Management initiatives to maintain and improve service quality and customer satisfaction across the region.
• Ensure regional entities comply with group policies, statutory requirements, risk management controls, and internal audit standards.
• Monitor and evaluate governance practices across subsidiaries
• Serve as a communication bridge between Japan headquarters and subsidiaries in Southeast Asia, India and Middle East operations.
• Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and proposals for senior management.
• Support strategic planning, performance tracking, and process improvement activities.
• Provide managerial guidance to teams and promote a culture of safety, quality, and professionalism.

Requirements

• A degreeholder with over 10 years of experience in logistics, engineering and industrial operations.
• Proficiencyin reading,writingand speaking Japanese is essential due to important interactions with the Japanese headquarters, regionaloffices.
• Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and managing regional or multi‑site operations.
• Strong strategic planning and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, regional environment.