Managing Director

MIMAKI SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the printing sector is seeking an experienced operational leader for their Singapore office. The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing business strategies, overseeing financial and operational management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. A minimum of 10 years of experience in the industrial printer industry and proficiency in both Japanese and English are essential. This role involves significant interaction with the Japanese Head Office and leadership of multi-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in business operations within the industrial printer industry.
• Strong knowledge of service programs, pricing structures, and market strategies.
• Experience leading multi-functional teams in sales and operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies and operational plans.
• Prepare and submit annual budgets to Head Office.
• Lead the sales team to achieve KPIs and sales targets.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Foster a positive work culture that promotes teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication in Japanese

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement business strategies and operational plans aligned with corporate objectives.
• Drive long-term growth initiatives, including market expansion, strategic partnerships, and new product or service development.
• Lead digital transformation, process optimisation, and efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to support strategic decision-making.

Financial & Operational Management

• Prepare and submit annual budgets to Head Office, ensuring adherence to approved capital and operational expenditure limits.
• Provide accurate monthly financial and management reports within required timelines.
• Oversee inventory planning, procurement, and purchase order coordination with Head Office to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Implement and track KPIs across all departments to ensure operational excellence and cost-effectiveness.
• Strengthen internal controls, risk management, and compliance with corporate governance standards.
• Identify operational issues and improvement opportunities to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

Sales, Service & Customer Excellence

• Lead and supervise the sales team to achieve KPIs, including sales targets and collection goals.
• Oversee technical and after-sales operations to ensure timely and effective resolution of customer enquiries.
• Build strong relationships with key customers, business partners, and stakeholders.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and external meetings.

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Foster a positive, high-performance work culture that encourages teamwork, innovation, and accountability.
• Drive talent development, coaching, and succession planning efforts.
• Ensure alignment of team performance with organisational goals.

Compliance & Corporate Requirements

• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements in Singapore.
• Collaborate closely with Head Office in Japan and ensure adherence to required reporting standards and business processes.
• Oversee day-to-day business operations to ensure efficiency and continuity.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience overseeing business operations in the industrial printer industry.
• Strong knowledge of service programs, pricing structures, and market strategies in the industrial printing sector.
• Experience leading multi-functional teams in sales, technical support, and operations.
• Proficiency in Japanese is required due to frequent communication with the Japanese Head Office and the need to review reports and documents in Japanese.
• Excellent communication skills in both Japanese and English.
• Strong analytical, financial management, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, organisational management, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement frameworks an advantage.