Managing Director

ADEKA (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing industry is seeking a senior leader to drive business strategies and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and at least 10 years of experience, with a proven track record in strategic planning and financial management. Fluency in Japanese is essential for effective communication with clients and headquarters. This role offers an opportunity to lead a high-performance team and contribute to sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in the food manufacturing industry.
• Fluency in Japanese to communicate effectively with Japanese clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive long-term growth.
• Oversee financial management and resource allocation.
• Ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Business Development

Organizational Management

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Risk Management

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration

Job description

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive long-term growth, competitiveness, and profitability.
• Lead the senior management team in setting and achieving KPIs to cultivate a high-performance, innovative, and collaborative culture.
• Oversee financial management, including optimal resource allocation, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities and emerging markets to drive expansion and innovation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives and overall success.
• Ensure operational efficiency, safety, regulatory compliance, and seamless integration across all business functions.
• Drive continuous improvement and process optimization to achieve operational excellence and uphold high-quality standards.
• Incorporate sustainability into core business strategies to drive responsible growth and deliver long-term value.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in the food manufacturing industry.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, business development, and organizational management.
• Strong business acumen with in-depth knowledge of company operations and financial management.
• Demonstrated ability to drive growth, innovation, and process improvements across the organization.
• Exceptional strategic, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with strong risk management.
• Fluency in Japanese to communicate effectively with Japanese clients and headquarters.