Managing Director Vietnam (m/f/d) - Global Labeling and Packaging Solutions Provider - Ho Chi Minh City (VN)
Remote
Our client is an internationally operating provider of apparel technology, RFID, labeling, packaging and supply chain solutions, supporting leading global fashion and apparel brands across complex international sourcing and manufacturing environments. The company combines innovative technology solutions with deep manufacturing and supply chain expertise and operates an established production and commercial footprint across Asia.
To further strengthen its organization in Vietnam, we are currently looking for an experienced and entrepreneurial Managing Director (m/f/d) to take overall responsibility for the Vietnamese business. Based in Ho Chi Minh City, the successful candidate will assume full P&L responsibility and lead the strategic, operational and organizational development of the local business.
- Overall responsibility for the Vietnamese business including full P&L ownership
- Strategic and operational leadership of the local organization and management team
- Driving profitable growth, operational excellence and the continuous development of the business
- Leadership and further development of local teams across operations, manufacturing and commercial functions
- Development and implementation of country strategies in alignment with regional APAC and global management
- Responsibility for operational performance, productivity, quality, supply chain and customer delivery
- Establishment, monitoring and continuous improvement of relevant financial and operational KPIs
- Management and strategic development of relationships with global brands, sourcing organizations, manufacturing partners and other key customers
- Close collaboration with regional and global management as well as sales, operations, supply chain and other functional teams
- Further development of organizational structures and processes to support continued organic growth
- Supporting the integration and organizational development of acquired businesses and new capabilities
- Representation of the company towards key customers, partners and relevant external stakeholders in Vietnam
- Active contribution to regional and global strategic initiatives
- Several years of senior general management or operational leadership experience as Managing Director, General Manager, Country Manager, Operations Director or in a comparable position
- Proven track record with full P&L responsibility within a manufacturing, industrial or supply chain-driven environment
- Strong experience within labeling, packaging, printing, apparel accessories, RFID or related industries is highly preferred
- Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain, quality and commercial processes
- Experience working with global brands, sourcing organizations and factory environments is considered a strong advantage
- Proven experience leading and developing multicultural organizations and management teams
- Strong commercial mindset combined with hands-on operational leadership capabilities
- Experience working within international and decentralized organizational structures
- Strong ability to manage growth, transformation and organizational change
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and relationship-building capabilities
- Entrepreneurial, pragmatic and results-oriented leadership style
- Experience within Vietnam or Southeast Asia is highly preferred
- Fluent English skills required; additional regional language skills are considered beneficial
Depending on qualifications and experience, a market competitive salary with significant overpayment is offered.