Executive Director

CANON SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 300.000 - 420.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive remuneration package

Medical and insurance coverage

Flexible work arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Employee wellness programmes

Descripción de la vacante

Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking an Executive Director to lead regional growth across South and Southeast Asia from Alexandra Technopark, Singapore.

The role requires strategic oversight, stakeholder engagement with head office in Japan, and leadership of cross-functional teams. You will drive market research, partner development, and project execution within budget and timelines while shaping long-term business objectives and governance.

Formación

• Minimum 25 years of experience in business development, strategic planning, enterprise sales.
• Minimum 20 years of product business management and market expansion.
• Minimum 15 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and complex initiatives.
• Strong business acumen with understanding of regional market dynamics and industry trends.
• Excellent strategic planning and project management capabilities.
• Fluent English and Japanese for liaising with head office in Japan.

Responsabilidades

• Lead regional market research, competitive analysis, and growth opportunities.
• Develop and drive market expansion strategies aligned with Canon objectives.
• Evaluate partnerships, investments, and market entry initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, distributors, and partners.
• Lead and oversee regional business development projects and market expansion.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and delivery.

Conocimientos

Market development

Strategic planning

Enterprise sales

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional teams

Bilingual ENG/Japanese

Stakeholder management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Humanities

Descripción del empleo

Job Title : Executive Director

Location : 438A Alexandra Road, #06-10, Alexandra Technopark, Singapore 119967

Working Hours : 8:30am to 5.30pmMon-Fri, except PH

Employment Type : Full-Time

About the Company

Join Canon Singapore, the regional headquarters for South and Southeast Asia, where innovation meets purpose. As a globally recognized leader in imaging and digital solutions, Canon offers exciting opportunities for growth, collaboration, and professional development. Guided by its Kyosei philosophy, Canon fosters an inclusive and dynamic workplace where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on customers, communities, and the future of technology

Position Overview

The incumbent leads regional business growth, strategic planning, and market expansion initiatives across South and Southeast Asia. The role is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, driving strategic projects, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and ensuring alignment between regional operations and headquarters in Japan. The incumbent will also provide leadership to cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting the achievement of long-term business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Market Development & Strategic Planning

• Lead market research, competitive analysis, and business assessments to identify growth opportunities and emerging market trends.
• Develop and drive market expansion strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Evaluate potential business opportunities, partnerships, investments, and market entry initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with key customers, distributors, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders.

Business Implementation & Project Leadership

• Lead and oversee regional business development projects and market expansion initiatives.
• Ensure projects are executed effectively while meeting strategic objectives, timelines, and budget requirements.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support operational readiness and successful implementation.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where necessary.

Headquarters Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key liaison between regional operations and headquarters in Japan.
• Ensure timely reporting of business performance, market developments, opportunities, and risks.
• Facilitate effective communication and alignment between headquarters and local organizations.
• Support the implementation of corporate policies, strategic initiatives, and governance requirements.

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Provide leadership and direction to managers and project teams.
• Develop organizational capabilities and promote a high-performance culture.
• Mentor and coach team members to strengthen leadership capabilities and succession readiness.
• Foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across functions and regions.

Requirements

Education & Qualifications

• At least a bachelor’s degree in Humanities, or a related field is required

Skills & Competencies

• Minimum25 years of experience in business development, strategic planning, enterprise sales, or related functions.
• Minimum20 years of experience in product business management and market expansion activities.
• Minimum15 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and complex business initiatives.
• Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of regional market dynamics and industry trends.
• Excellent strategic planning and project management capabilities.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to lead diverse teams.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication in both English & Japanese as this role will need to liaise frequently with head office in Japan
• Ability to build effective relationships with headquarters, business partners, and senior stakeholders

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Medical and insurance coverage
• Flexible work arrangements (where applicable)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee wellness programmes

Application Deadline:

30 days