Manager, Corporate Planning

HOT PALETTE (ASIA PACIFIC) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-casual brand in Asia is seeking an experienced Corporate Planning Manager in Singapore. This role involves leading corporate strategies and ensuring readiness for IPO by 2026. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in Corporate Planning, excellent communication skills in English, and business proficiency in Japanese is a plus. The position requires strong financial analysis and project management skills, along with the ability to collaborate across various global teams.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in Corporate Planning, Strategy or Finance.
• Proven track record in multinational or holding company structure.
• Strong business communication skills in English; business proficiency in Japanese is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate planning initiatives including mid-term strategy and annual budget cycles.
• Partner with the CEO and business leaders to define and execute growth initiatives.
• Oversee group-wide financial performance monitoring.
• Standardise management accounting practices and KPIs across entities.
• Manage corporate governance meetings and prepare proposals for decision making.
• Drive cross-company/global projects including new entity establishment.

Skills

Corporate Planning

Financial Analysis

Project Management

Change Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business Administration

Job description

At Hot Palette (Asia Pacific) Pte. Ltd, we proudly operate and grow the beloved Pepper Lunch brand worldwide. As one of Asia’s fastest-growing fast-casual brands with over 550 outlets globally, our sizzling hotplates, bold flavours, and DIY dining concept have won the hearts of millions.

We are looking for an experienced Corporate Planning Manager to lead the development and execution of corporate strategies across the Hot Palette Group, ensuring global alignment, operational excellence, and readiness for IPO by 2026. This role requires strong leadership, cross-border collaboration, and the ability to transform insights into actionable strategies that drive long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead corporate planning initiatives including mid-term strategy, annual budget cycles, and forecasts across all operating companies.

• Partner with the CEO and business leaders to define and execute growth initiatives, including market entry, M&A, and new business models.

• Oversee group-wide financial performance monitoring, providing insights to drive profitability and efficiency.

• Standardise management accounting practices, KPIs and reporting formats across all entities.

• Manage corporate governance meetings (Board, Management, All-Hands) and prepare proposals for group-level decision making.

• Drive cross-company/global projects, including new entity establishment and expansion into new markets.

• Collaborate closely with Hot Palette Holdings in Japan on financial reporting, internal control, and IPO readiness.

Key Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience in Corporate Planning, Strategy or Finance.
• Proven track record in multinational or holding company structure.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Strong business communication skills in English, with business proficiency in Japanese highly valued as this position is required to work with Hot Palette Holdings in Japan closely.
• Skilled in financial analysis, corporate strategy, and project management.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and change management skills.