EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Retail Sector

LOCATION: Canada - TBD

COMPANY: Leading American Retail Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fast paced, results-oriented Chief Executive Officer (CEO), COO, President, Managing Director or General Manager with a substantial track record of success in the Canadian retail sector. Must have an ability to manage fast growth. Preferably coming from a sales and marketing background, with additional managerial oversight of operations, merchandising, finance, etc. Strong leadership abilities, charismatic, able to execute change, accountable.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of leading U.S. retailer, a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), COO, President, Managing Director or General Manager, who would provide leadership and manage all strategic and day-to-day operations of firm's Canadian business unit. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) must assure operational excellence by aligning and leading all departments to ensure business goals are met; developing & implementing a successful strategic business plan focusing on long-term sustainability and organic market expansion; establish and report operational metrics; maintain and expand firm's consistent brand image; finally, take full accountability for the Profit & Loss of the Division.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: General Manager/ USA Country Manager- CPG (Processed Foods)

LOCATION: US - Northeast (metro-New York/ New Jersey)

COMPANY: European Processed Food Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: CPG Executive with ability to start up US operations

Recruiter seeks on behalf of Italian processed food company, a General Manager. Main duties: Set up and Manage start up (initially marketing organization); Manage relationship with third parties (production, sales-distribution); Full P&L Responsibility; Form a team, inspiring leadership. The General Manager should have strong skills in Business Development and Growth Management; Strategic thinker; Understanding of the US food distribution market and finance

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: President - Retail

LOCATION: US location TBD

COMPANY: $2 billion+ American Retail Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Retail industry experienced President, to lead an important, high growth division. Must have strong charisma, rooted in a well documented track record of success in the retail sector.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of $1 billion+ iconic American retailer, a Division President. This unit makes maximum use of its 3 channels --stores, catalogue business and e-commerce -- and the Division President should be prepared to provide energy and visionary leadership to these aspects of sales and marketing. The position requires a strong retail industry experience, which could include a variety of management profiles.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Processed Foods Sector (CPG)

LOCATION: US - Northeast location

COMPANY: Privately held $30 million food manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced food industry Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operations Officer (COO), President, General Manager or Vice President who can bring a profitable, well established firm "to the next level"

Recruiter seeks, a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), on behalf of a profitable and expanding third-generation family-run food manufacturer. The firm has just completed its second plant, and there is an opportunity to double sales if efficient sales, marketing, finance, supply chain, manufacturing and IT departments are harmonized. The incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO) would be expected to have new ideas about the current management team and managing growth. Full P&L responsibility. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) candidates could come from similar types of companies or from small-medium sized operating units of very large food manufacturing firms.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: US - California (Silicon Valley)

COMPANY:  Well funded Consumer Electronics Startup Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A Chief Executive Officer (CEO) coming from a strong sales and marketing background.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a large Asian conglomerate, a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a startup consumer electronics division that will soon launch a highly marketable consumer device. The CEO's principal role will be to devise the strategy to sell and market the firm's product in North America and Europe, but responsibilities will be global. Candidates ideally have had experiences as VP Sales and Marketing at successful consumer electronics firms. Travel will be extensive, including frequent trips to Taiwan and China.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Consumer Products

LOCATION: US - California (Los Angeles)

COMPANY: Medium sized consumer products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Retail industry experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO), to lead growth.

Recruiter seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), on behalf of a growing retailer of consumer products. Firm's products have a great reputation for their attractive design, impeccable quality and competitive price. Products are sold as branded merchandise, and private label arrangements are also developed. The role of the CEO is to manage growth of the firm, including the expansion of retail channels.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: CEO / President- CPG (Processed Foods)

LOCATION: Canada (Ontario)

COMPANY: Canadian Processed Food Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: "Big company training and professionalism" mixed with an ability to readily understand the needs of a growing medium sized firm. Unbureaucratic Chief Executive Officer (CEO). "Heavy hitter" and visionary leader, combined with an ability to nurture and communicate well with existing staff.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of Canadian processed food company, a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with an ability to run a medium sized and growing company with both domestic and international sales. The position requires a leader with a strong sales and marketing background who has the ability and drive to make a truly great food company. The position of CEO/ President would be to provide the leadership and strategic direction for a food manufacturing and processing company with two locations in Canada serving the domestic Retail and Food Service industries with both Branded and Private Label products. Equity participation is offered as firm's philosophy is one of partnering with management.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: USA Managing Director - Media Sector

LOCATION: US - Northeast (New York)

COMPANY: Leading Media Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: USA Managing Director coming from a strong online background (online events, social media, etc.). The US Managing Director should exhibit strong leadership qualities, business acumen, bold entrepreneurial style, be self-motivated, and s/he must have proven P&L experience. “Entrepreneurial”, “charismatic”, “self-starter”, “enthusiastic”, “highly motivated.”

Recruiter seeks, a USA Managing Director, on behalf of a leading multimedia and information company with offices around the world. The clients are executives and leaders who look to foster their personal and professional abilities, increase their knowledge and network, who want to be at the forefront of groundbreaking ideas, and who compete to succeed at a local, regional and global level. The Managing Director/ General Manager / US Country Manager will focus on increasing sales efforts, developing new business, partnerships, and deals. Background in media and entertainment companies, professional services and/or business solution sales, education and training services companies, and the executive education programs of leading business schools.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Canada Managing Director/ President - Consumer Services

LOCATION: Canada - Ontario (Toronto)

COMPANY: Major Multinational Financial Services Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Sales-oriented fast growth financial services Canada President capable of expanding consumer services store locations across Canada. Fluent English; fluency in French a very strong plus.

Recruiter seeks a Canada President or Canada Managing Director for a fast growing multinational consumer services firm. The Canada President will be the highest executive level for the firm's Canadian operations. The Canada President will be responsible for executing the firm's aggressive growth strategies for the next 5 years and drive profitable financial results. The President should have experience in the consumer services sector, particularly involving the establishment of service stores or kiosks utilizing small staffs.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: CEO (Chief Executive Officer) - Affinity Marketing Company

COMPANY: E-commerce outsourced services startup

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of small 5-year old e-commerce services startup, a CEO (Chief Executive Officer) with strong experiences selling into the non-profit sector. Firm sells outsourced solutions in an affinity marketing business model. Firm provides integrated and consolidated outsourced operations. A person with a strong sales background, particularly in sofware and IT services, would be of interest. Experience in building and managing a profitable company would be a plus.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: General Manager - Consumer Services

LOCATION: US - California (San Diego)

COMPANY:  Leading Consumer Services Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A very sales oriented General Manager. Operationally, the business unit is well run. It needs a General Manager who is dynamic and has a strong record of growing a consumer services sales business

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading corporation in the consumer services field, a General Manager for a presently small regional business unit that they want to expand nationally. The successful General Manager will assume full operating responsibilities for management, direction, and expansion of the Business Unit. The General Manager reports to the Division President but will regularly interact with other members of  the corporation's senior management team, including the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO).

A fast growing computer peripherals/ multimedia consumer electronics firm whose sales are approximately $20 million, seeks an experienced, visionary, and high energy General Manager to help grow a small sales, distribution, and customer service group for the expected next stage of growth. The General Manager role  can potentially lead to a Chief Operating Officer (COO) role. (Recruiter is targeting LA, Orange County, Ventura County, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino)

Electronics startup company with plans to integrate voice recognition technology into a variety of consumer electronics products, seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The ideal CEO candidate for this position will be coming out of a business development background who has had significant experience closing deals with major cable TV companies. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) candidates coming from companies making set top boxes (General Instrument, Scientific Atlanta, etc.) would be perhaps most appropriate, but a CEO candidate from a hardware or software company with strong MSO contacts could be considered. CEO candidates  from cable TV companies themselves can also be considered for this challenging position. (Recruiter is targeting Atlanta, GA, Orlando, FL, Raleigh, NC, Roanoke, VA, etc.)

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: General Manager - Retail - Ag Equipment

LOCATION: US - Midwest

COMPANY:  Major Ag Equipment Distributor

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: An experienced Ag equipment General Manager who brings a track record of accomplishment and is a true, caring  "people person." The General Manager will manage multiple stores in the region and s/he must be attentive to the needs of the local farming community as well as be able to develop supervisors and staff to their fullest potential

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major Ag equipment distributor, a General Manager for a key Midwestern region. The General Manager will be responsible for the development and achievement of the organization's business plan and meeting the expectations of all stakeholders - owners, customers, and employees.   To provide organizational leadership in the areas of physical assets, employees, business processes, and financial resources.  To provide a work environment that will optimize the profitable growth of the business, the personal growth of employees, and the satisfaction of customers.  Responsibilities:

o   Develop and communicate the organization's values, vision, and mission

o   Develop and execute the organization's business and marketing plan

o   Leads the dealership operations including the identification, development, and implementation of sound business practices and processes

o   Provide guidance to the management team in making business decisions

o   Ensures appropriate communications to the management team and the entire organization

o   Oversees the evaluation, allocation, and management of physical assets, employment decisions, and financial resources to fulfill the stakeholders' expectations

o   Oversees federal and state regulatory compliance (DOT, DOL, OSHA, State Sales & Use Tax, etc.)

o   Sets the financial direction for the organization utilizing annual budgets and ensures financial stability through audits and internal controls

o   Ensures the dealership's reputation and image in the community is consistent with the organization's values, vision, and mission

o   Leads and manages on-going relationships with key Ag equipment personnel and other suppliers

o   Manages recruiting, staffing and employee development activities for employees reporting to this position

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge: 

o   5+ years experience managing a retail location or in a corporate management role

o   Familiar with the Ag equipment industry, particularly with competitive products

o   Ability to lead by example, inspire and develop others

o   Proven managerial ability in the areas of financial management, inventory & asset management, marketing experience and a solid understanding of sales, parts and service operations.  Deep knowledge of used equipment sales strategy a plus.

o   Solid analytical, business planning, problem solving, communication, motivational and inter-personal people skills and process driven mentality

o   Working knowledge of Equip and Foresight a plus

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Germany Managing Director (Geschaftsführer) - Cosmetic Packaging

LOCATION: Germany

COMPANY: Major European Packaging Manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A Germany Managing Director (Geschaftsführer) with a minimum of 10 years senior management experience preferably in a high volume complex operational footprint, fluent English and German, plastic or packaging experience, commercially astute, operational excellence mentality, employee/team engagement driven. Reports to Regional Vice President.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading global packaging manufacturer, a Germany Managing Director.

o   Engineering Degree (mechanical)

o   Business administration Degree (Preferred)

o   10+  years general management experience in a manufacturing environment

o   Proven ability of improving profitability, managing working capital and business finance

o   Commercially and financially strong

o   Operationally strong

KEY COMPETENCIES

o   Strong commercial and business awareness

o   Needs to have senior management experience and capable of taking independent decision for the business

o   Understanding of FMCG markets

o   Manufacturing background

o   Strong People skills

o   Positive approach with charismatic presence

o   Excellent Communicator

o   Analytical Thinking

o   Motivating, developing, and creating team orientated work force

o   Good logical & reasoning ability

o   Experience in SAP would be preferred

o   German national with fluent English

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

o   Generate a robust strategy and business plan aimed at driving profitability growth and shareholder value

o   Works with VP of Europe to define strategy and key financial objectives and with the Regional Manufacturing Head to define targets and identify benchmarks (e.g. productivity, efficiency etc.)

o   Review senior team capability and implement change where necessary

o   Create an engaged motivated workforce which is capable of delivering short and long term business results

o   Provide monthly performance reports on KPI's and key improvement projects

o   Drive a customer focused culture throughout the plant

o   Monitors performance vs. budget and apply corrective action swiftly if necessary

o   Generate a world class environment

o   Provide coaching and guidance to develop team

o   Sets performance expectations and review performance against plan

o   Recommends appropriate reward and recognition

o   Drive and ensure training of the workforce in functional & Behavioral skills

MAJOR CHALLENGES

o   Profit improvement plan through volume growth, price management and efficiency improvement generating shareholder returns

o   Step change in Employee engagement and motivation

o   Customer service and product quality levels

o   Manage joint venture partners

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Europe President - Water Treatment Products

LOCATION: Germany, Benelux, France, UK

COMPANY: Major residential water softening firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Europe President with pan-European perspective. Strong sales background. Fluent English; German, French, Polish, or other European languages helpful. An ability to strongly penetrate the direct-to-consumer market of great interest.

Recruiter, on behalf of a major company in the water sector selling products to major DIY retailers, water treatment dealers and wholesales, seeks a President of Europe. The scope of products is Residential & Commercial Softening, and Drinking Products.

• Define and implement ambitious and profitable growth strategies per European sales channels
• Lead, support and train the European management team to achieve Europe’s annual targets
• Implement all firm's procedures and check application in each region/country
• Coordinate sales and marketing policies with Pan-European customers
• Train European employees on 80/20 rules
• Build a spirit of teamwork and cohesion among Europe’s managers
• Implement good communication and cooperation between region and country
• Lead frequent European management meetings
• Coordinate quarterly reviews, budget preparations and any other European presentation
• Constantly enhance skills and performances of direct reports


Sales and Marketing
• Build Pan European growth strategies per sales channel and define sales and marketing policies in close cooperation with each region manager
• Meet Pan European customers, lead contract negotiations and coordinate per region seamless expansion plans
• Follow legal issues with region managers
• Work with Europe’s product managers and marketing manager to answer as fast as possible to customers’ and markets’ expectations
• Explore new distribution networks


Finance
• Prepare business and finance reports on time with the European controller
• Lead the implementation and the respect of firm's SPI’s
• Coordinate HR with the support of the European HR manager.


Operations
• Train GMs and Operation managers on 80/20 rules
• Simplify and outsource all non-key activities
• Participate to monthly forecast meetings and implement action plans

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Germany Country Manager - UPS/ Data Centre Computer Equipment

LOCATION: Germany (Frankfurt, Munich, Hannover, other major cities)

COMPANY: US computer data center equipment firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Must be a self starter with strong contacts selling equipment to corporate and civil clients (ie., airports). Germany Country Manager with a strong personality, tenacious and committed. Self motivated and achievement oriented. Capable of showing evidence of developing business in a competitive market. Ability to take the initiative, seize opportunities, overcome resistance, and adopt a “can do” attitude. Fully fluent in German and English

Recruiter, on behalf of a fast growing American firm in the UPS sector, seeks a Germany Country Manager . The position reports to the Vice President of Sales – EMEA & Asia Pacific. The Germany Country Manager will sell UPS products, on a turnkey basis, within Germany and other German-speaking regions and on occasion within other areas of Europe as the business requires.

--To engage in direct sales activities within Germany, Switzerland and Austria in order to profitably maintain and develop market share for equipment sales.

--In association with the VP Sales - EMEA devise and develop all necessary marketing activities and selling strategies for development of the business within Germany, Switzerland and Austria.

--Provide forecasts, budgets and fiscal reports for the VP of Sales EMEA. Keep records up to date on the company CRM database for all prospective and active customers.

--With the VP Sales – EMEA analyse competition and markets and develop business plans with respect to product and service sales.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: European Sales Manager - B2B Luxury sector

LOCATION: Germany, UK or Italy

COMPANY: Retail displays manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Sole contributor sales hunter with experience with B2B sales to international brands. Fluent English

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of European retail displays manufacturer, a Europe Sales Manager, whose focus will be on sales to the European luxury sector.

The Europe Sales Manager should have a large business network and an extensive customer portfolio in Visual Merchandising. S/he should have a strong discipline and personal drive in order to successfully execute the expansion strategy to international brands, primarily within the segments of jewellery, fashion, apparel etc.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Germany General Manager - Food

LOCATION: Germany

COMPANY: European agrobusiness firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Startup Germany General Manager. Fluent English and German. Result-orientftion and analytical mindset.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major European food firm, a Germany General Manager, who could manage the firm's German business unit. The Germany General Manager will be in charge of the whole Germany branch, reporting directly the corporate Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Germany business unit will consist of 30-35 people.

•   Holistic management of the department in terms of a continuous development and expansion of business activities and strategic development;

•   Operational processes and daily operations of the department;

•   Promotion of the company and maintain partner relationships;

•   Budgeting and overall financial management;

•   Personnel management, training and development.

•   University degree;

•   Minimum 5 years of relevant experience on a similar managerial position and leading a team up to 50 people•   

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Germany Managing Director - Consumer Durables

LOCATION: Germany (Munich)

COMPANY: US Consumer Durables firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Sales-oriented, aggressive, Geschäftsführer (General Manager)

Recruiter, on behalf of a major US firm in their field, seeks a Geschäftsführer (General Manager) to manage their direct sales operations in Germany, and to manage their relationships with their distributors in EMEA.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: European Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Consumer Durables (Sporting Goods)

LOCATION: Netherlands (Amsterdam)

COMPANY: Major Consumer Durables Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fast paced, aggressive sales oriented, unbureaucratic Chief Operating Officer (COO). Strong work ethic and pan- European outlook, fluent Dutch and English required; French, Spanish or Italian a strong plus. A rounded robust Chief Operating Officer (COO) with gravitas and charisma to gain the confidence of board level customers and staff alike.

Recruiter seeks a Chief Operating Officer (COO) on behalf of a leading international firm in their product sector. Product is sold to both the consumer sector, through retail channels, and to the professional market, through distributors. The European division includes a staff of approximately 20 people, spread across Germany, France, the Netherlands and the UK. The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will report to the CEO for European Operations. S/he will have responsibility for Euro 15 – 20 m business, with the staff being in Sales, Key Accounts and Marketing.

The focus of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) role is action-oriented rather than a bureaucratic sinecure and will be distinguished by its pragmatic approach to solutions and the generation of substantial business benefits. The success of the incumbent in this role will be determined over a twelve month period by his/her record in changing the business culture and establishing a robust business which meets the net sales, net worth, ROCE and PBIT objectives.

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) position is a critical and highly visible appointment that will require an individual with exceptional interpersonal and management skills to develop a strategy and team that can make an immediate impact on the top and bottom lines as well as championing the long-term growth of the organization in Europe.

COO candidates are ideally strong business leaders with a progressive track record in FMCG/ consumer durables/ retail organizations to at least Divisional General Manager level. As a minimum they should have had proven profit and loss responsibility managing group/ division within a company, a strong track record in sales and marketing and an appreciation of all the major disciplines including operations, finance and customer service.

COO candidates will need to combine strategic vision with a pragmatic eye for detail and have a hands on flair for bringing commercial opportunities from concept to profitable fruition. Entrepreneurial, a persuasive communicator, the successful COO candidate will have a passion for the business and a real enthusiasm for developing people and ideas and harnessing teams to raise the company’s goal.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Europe Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - CPG (Foods)

LOCATION: European location

COMPANY: Swiss Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/ General Manager with strong foods industry experiences.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major Switzerland food company, a Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/ Managing Director for their subsidiary in the organic products field. Factory will start operations soon, and products are to be exported to Europe and the US.The Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/ Managing Director should be experienced in the organic foods sector

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Poland Country Manager - Supermarkets/ Hypermarkets

LOCATION: Poland (Warsaw)

COMPANY: Western European firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Hands-on, results-oriented business manager. Strong sales and business development abilities and capability of being Poland Country Manager.

Recruiter seeks a Poland Country Manager, on behalf of a European promoter of retail parks and leisure/ commercial centers, that is committed to enter the Polish market and soon all the eastern countries. The firm works closely with the operators (supermarkets, bricolage, retail park chains) in order to bring them together on locations of their choice on a turn-key approach. Recruiter seeks a Poland Country Manager who can represent the client-company on a first stage and later manage the field operations.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: European General Manager - Consumer products

LOCATION: Ireland (Dublin)

COMPANY: US Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Customer-oriented, project-oriented, fast paced European General Manager

Recruiter, on behalf of a major US consumer products firm, seeks an Ireland based European General Manager to supervise for European operations. Responsibilities include supervision of European supply chain, as well as providing support for Europe customers. An ability to communicate with customers is important, so fluency in French and/or German would especially be helpful.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: Southeast Asia location (Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Bangkok)

COMPANY: European Consumer Electronics Distributor

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced Consumer Electronics Sales Director with strong experiences across multiple countries in SE Asia in introducing top line consumer electronics products

Recruiter seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on behalf of a European consumer electronics firm with particular focus on luxury audio and eyewear products. Objectives:
- Triple sales in the coming 3 years
- Significantly increase sales proportion of the secondary brands in the portfolio
- Identify new revenue opportunities with current brand portfolio
- Find new brands to launch in current markets
- Enter at least three new country markets in the coming 1-2 years, likely Indonesia and India
- Strengthen the brand equity towards suppliers and clients
- Position the company for whole or partial sale to supplier or financial investor

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China CEO (Chief Executive Officer) - Hospitality

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Leading American global hotel company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China CEO who understands China market potential well

Recruiter, on behalf of a world leading hotel sector company, seeks a China CEO, with world class experience in this sector at the General Manager, President, or VP levels. Person must be entirely fluent in English & Mandarin Chinese. Experience preferably from a sales or business development background is preferred. Experience in the franchising aspects of the business would be strongly desired.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Chief Operating Officer/ General Manager - Consumer Audio

LOCATION: China (Shenzhen)

COMPANY: Well established maker of consumer audio

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A business-oriented executive with strong management experiences in the consumer audio sector. Experience at firms such as Bose, Pioneer, Yamaha, Sennheiser, etc. would be of great interest

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a fast growing company in the consumer audio sector, a General Manager. This person's role will be to focus on maximizing the relationships between R&D, Engineering and Manufacturing.

This person must be technically competent as well as be a strong leader, who has the leadership skills to lead a team of professionals mostly based in China.  S/he must be very flexible and innovative in resolving day to day technical and engineering problems. Fluency in English and Mandarin is a must. Workable Japanese an added advantage.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China President/ China Managing Director - Media

LOCATION: China (Shanghai or Beijing)

COMPANY: Major Global Media Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China President/ China Managing Director with strong sales focus, ideally from the IT sector. Strongly prefer a person with excellent contacts within the China media (print, internet, TV). Strong B2B relationship management and staff mentoring experiences desired. Creative, good manager and mentor. Detail oriented, with track record of successful operational execution. Strong leadership, exceptional interpersonal and social abilities. Excellent capability in coordination and communication, strong sense of responsibility and ambition. Strong capability in judgment, decision-making, planning and negotiation. Mature, hard-working and stable in character. China President/ China Managing Director with a strong sense of commitment and work ethics, charismatic and influential. Proven experiences in leading teams. Advanced management concept, comprehensive understanding in the new mode of management. Adept in developing the corporate strategy, and adopt a holistic approach towards organization development. Familiar with the procedure of operation, management, and other departments. Keen business sense and exceptional track record. Fluent in Chinese (Mandarin) and English writing, reading and comprehension.

Recruiter seeks a China President/ China Managing Director on behalf of a global leader in their media sector. The China President/ China Managing Director would supervise between 150-200 people. The China President/ China Managing Director must be a generator of new ideas, who could help come in with intiative to win new media segments, and be able to develop strategies to advance geographic expansion into secondary Chinese cities. The China President/ China Managing Director  will develop the target and annual business plan for the whole corporation, responsible for the implementation of those plans; refine the corporate governance system and organization structure; in charge of the daily management of business; to achieve the management target and long-term strategy. The China President/ China Managing Director will develop the corporate strategy and propose the business plans, operation policy and procedures according to the board of trustees’ strategic objectives. Responsible for the implementation of those plans the Group or the Board of Directors determined. The China President/ China Managing Director  will be a major contributor to build and grow a professional team, strengthen the internal management, and design the internal organization structure and basic management regulations. The China President/ China Managing Director  will examine and approve the organization regulations and reward/ punishment terms, including the payroll/ bonus scheme, and the post responsibility system (linked with operation target). The China President/ China Managing Director will organize and lead the management meetings, supervise and coordinate different departments’ working progress, chair the administrative regular meetings and seminars, and summarize the meeting minutes. The China President/ China Managing Director reports to the Senior Vice President of Business Development and Sales - Asia

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager/ China Managing Director - CPG/ Food Products

LOCATION: China (Hangzhou)

COMPANY: Multinational Food Group

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China General Manager/ China Managing Director with strong sourcing and business management abilities

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading world food products retailer, a China Managing Director. The China Managing Director will be responsible for sales and operations. Some of the company’s duties include: negotiating contracts with existing suppliers, ensuring fulfillment of contracts, strengthening supplier relations, expanding supplier base, ensuring quality, developing new business in specific markets, finding new or improved products and/or sourcing regions or processors. Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English required. MBA preferred.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: CEO/COO/General Manager - Electronic Manufacturing Services (ODM/EMS)

LOCATION: Hong Kong

COMPANY: Major Consumer Electronics Manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Sales and Marketing Director with significant track record of success in the ODM/EMS sector.

Recruiter seeks a person who could be CEO, COO or General Manager of a startup ODM/EMS business unit of a leading manufacturer of notebook computers and consumer electronics. The ultimate position title would be determined based on the experience of the candidate.

EMS/ODM Sales or Business Development Directors could presently be serving Asia-wide, China, Japan, European or North American customers. Markets served could come from the computer, consumer electronics, IoT or medical sectors.

The CEO/ COO/ General Manager of the ODM/EMS unit would report directly to the Group Chairman. This is a new team under the Group, so if the candidate needs support, the Group can allocate suitable human resources from its existing structures, which includes state-of-the art factory and R&D staff in Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Taipei.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Senior General Manager/ China Vice President - Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: China (Guangdong Province)

COMPANY: Major Asian Consumer Electronics Audio Manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Sales-oriented China General Manager with strong results-orientation. Potential to grow into Chief Operating Officer (COO) or President role. Fluent English and Chinese Mandarin.

Recruiter seeks a China Senior General Manager, on behalf of leading Asian audio electronics manufacturer. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the China Senior General Manager/ VP, would be responsible for the improvement of production and to upgrade the current production efficency. The China Senior General Manager/ Vice President would need to consolidate all of firms' Asian factories cost, manufacturing, and marketing, and be responsible for the company P&L.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Managing Director - Consumer Products (Foods/ Beverages)

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: European Beverages Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China Managing Director with strong FMCG experiences

Recruiter seeks a China Managing Director, on behalf of a French beverages firm with product distribution all over China. China Managing Director candidates should be fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese, with strong track records of success in brand management, sales and marketing, distribution and finance. French language skills a plus

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager/ China Managing Director- Wireless Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: China (Shenzhen)

COMPANY: Asian Wireless Consumer Electronics Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China General Manager/ China Managing Director with strong Chinese manufacturing experience and an ability to run a world class business.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of leading Asian manufacturer of wireless consumer electronic products, a China Managing Director with strong experience in the wireless consumer electronics field. Experience with profit and loss responsibility would be required. The China Managing Director will be running the China division, including manufacturing facilities, finance, sales and marketing and other departments. Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English is required. Knowledge of Cantonese helpful.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager - Furniture

LOCATION: China (Dongguan)

COMPANY: Furniture Manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chinese-English bilingual China General Manager with Western manufacturing experiences.

Recruiter seeks a China General Manager on behalf of a western founded furniture manufacturing company. Reporting to the Managing Director, the China General Manager should have strong factory management expeirences, as well as a strong understanding of accounting.

Recruiter seeks for a multinational client providing diecut plastic components to the computer, consumer electronics and mobile handset markets an Asia Regional Director, who would be based in Suzhou, China. The main function of the Asia Regional Director is job is to manage and improve the Asian business as a whole entity. Contribute to the Global strategy with specific focus on increasing strategic global growth, Asia regional profit, regional growth, SOW regionally. To manage and be accountable for the continuous improvement of the Chinese Manufacture/ logistics side of the organization improving capability and capacity.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Hong Kong General Manager / Hong Kong Managing Director - Cosmetics HBA Products

LOCATION: China (Hong Kong)

COMPANY: International Cosmetics/ HBA firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chinese/ English fluent Hong Kong Managing Director with consumer products expertise

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a well established consumer products firm, a Hong Kong based General Manager or Hong Kong Managing Director. The firm is a leading company seeking a Hong Kong General Manager with the following minimum requirements: Must have a minimum of 10 years experience in consumer products sales management; multi-lingual, fluency in English, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin); excellent interpersonal leadership and communication skills. Reporting to VP, International Sales, the Hong Kong General Manager is responsible for the development of a strong team of Marketing, Operations and CustServ. The Hong Kong General Manager/ HK Managing Director will be accountable for the sales and profitability of the market, and will provide regular reports regarding strategies, growth, and challenges within the market.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager/ China Managing Director - Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)

LOCATION: China (Guangzhou)

A leading US firm in the consumer goods field seeks a China General Manager for their South China operation in Guangzhou, China. Recruiter seeks a China General Manager who has had experience as a China Plant Manager with profit and loss responsibility. The China General Manager must be fluent in English and Chinese (Cantonese or  Mandarin). Experience with high volume, high quality, relatively low cost plastic and metal products would be preferred. Experiences in the Chinese toy or sporting goods fields might be most suitable..

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Managing Director - Consumer Products (Foods/ Beverages)

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: European Beverages Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China Managing Director with strong FMCG experiences

Recruiter seeks a China Managing Director, on behalf of a French beverages firm with product distribution all over China. China Managing Director candidates should be fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese, with strong track records of success in brand management, sales and marketing, distribution and finance. French language skills a plus

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager/ China Managing Director- Mobile telephones

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Major Asian Cellphone Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chna Managing Director/ General Manager with consumer electronics experiences

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a leading firm in the consumer handset field, a China General Manager. The China General Manager needs to manage and oversee 400+ employees and control company structures.  Must be able to support production needs. Must able to work under pressure.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager/ China Managing Director - Food Ingredients

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Major European Food Ingredients Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China Managing Director/ China General Manager with an ethical and aggressive approach for a startup Jont Venture

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a leading European food products firm, a China General Manager. The firm is a €400 million company with subsidiaries in over 20 countries. Total staff is over 2000.  The China General Manager will start up a sales organisation with the objective to start up production within 1-2 years and step by step grow the company.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager/ China Managing Director - Consumer Electronics (Lighting)

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Leading Lighting Products Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China General Manager with top world class business track record. Internally motivated self-starter. Strong goal orientation.

Recruiter seeks a China General Manager, on behalf of leading lighting products manufacturer for the consumer market. Complete Profit and Loss responsibility for the site. Achieve aggressive results with a minimum of supervision from Head Office. 5 to 10 years experience as an individual contributor in disciplines related to sensor lighting, wireless access products and/or electrical household consumer products.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager/ China Managing Director  - Flavoring Ingredients

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Major Flavoring Ingredients Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China Managing Director with strong reults-oriented sales approach

Recruiter seeks an Asia Managing Director, on behalf of a leading global manufacturer of food flavoring ingredients serving the fast food and beverage sectors. Supervision will include sales, marketing, manufacturing and finance.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Korea Country Manager - Food Service

LOCATION: Korea (Seoul)

COMPANY: Leading American Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Korea General General Manager with strong knowledge of franchising; results-orientation, unbureaucratic. Acute business acumen, knowledge of development, knowledge of marketing and leadership skills that highlight the ability to influence. Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Korean languages.

Recruiter seeks a Korea Country Manager, on behalf of a leading US QSR chain. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), International, the Korea Country Manager will have span of Control: Restaurant Operations, Development (RE and construction), Marketing & Menu, Supply Chain.

Role Overview: The Korea Country Manager is a key member of firm's International Leadership Team and is charged with leading a dedicated support team focused on driving / enabling franchisee operational effectiveness, profitability and restaurant growth.  This includes developing and implementing strategies and tactics that drive top-line sales, traffic, customer satisfaction and restaurant operating profit (ROP).  The Korea Country Manager is also responsible for effectively managing relationships with the master franchisee leadership that enables and drives increase market share and net unit growth. The Korea Country Manager has full P&L accountability for the Korea consumer business.  This includes effectively utilizing and partnering with Support Center resources to augment the team's needs and capabilities.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Korea Commercial Director - CPG/ Health Foods/ Vitamins

LOCATION: Korea (Seoul)

COMPANY: Leading European Health and Nutrition Products Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Korea Sales and Marketing Manager with strong knowledge of the Korean retail CPG sector; results-orientation, unbureaucratic. An intelligent and resourceful balance between an aggressive sales manager and a strategic marketing leader who can close important deals. Excellent written and oral communication skills in Korean; good English. 10 + years business building experience in CGP / retail/ consumer focused industries. Health food & vitamin supplements industry preferred.

o   Brand, consumer, and trade marketing (commercialization) experience from CPG, retail environments.

o   Must be a strong sales or key account manager with business building experience with over 10 years experience

o   Have skills in managing distributors and implementing key business initiatives.

o   Experience with a major International FMCG Brand in establishing market penetration.

o   Undertaken/co-ordinated broad marketing activities including brand awareness & activation extending across Print, Social Media, In-Store, Events, Sampling

o   Effectively applies knowledge of business drivers to deliver financial objectives via P&L management, budget development and tracking, and demand/financial forecasting.

o   Ability to plan/priority setting, effective execution, analytical/decision making, influence/negotiation, self awareness/personal impact, relationship building, driving innovation, strategy/vision, and communication skills.

o   Knowledge of trade marketing and brand activation preferably with an International Brand focus.

o   Knowledge of building key accounts and channels

o   Understand KFTA regulatory process

o   Proficient in Microsoft applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.

o   Preferable but not limited to participation in Sports and be familiar with Sports Nutrition Supplementation

Recruiter seeks a Korea Commercial Director, on behalf of a very fast growing major European firm in the nutritionals field. The Korea Commercial Director will be responsible for the management and growth of existing and future accounts in the market and further market development of performance nutrition products in Korea. S/he will assume responsibility for Country Profit & Loss, including revenue and margin performance

Firm's brands are market leaders in the field of performance nutrition and represent a leading edge range of protein supplements, ready-to-drink beverages, nutritional bars and sports performance enhancement products.

Essential Functions:

o   Grow the sales of brands in Korea through management of existing accounts as well as identifying market opportunities

o   Interaction with key regulatory personnel for on-going product approval

o   Design and implement the online sales platform utilising key Open Market Channels such as G-market and closed market e-commerce platforms

o   Drive consumer awareness and traffic to the online platforms utilising Social Media, Education forums as well as traditional marketing approaches

o   Jointly develop and implement sales & marketing programs in the various channels

o   Review estimates of brand sales and brand share with respective Brand Champions upon which brand planning spending will be based

o   Drive consumer insight gathering in order to guide our innovation programs in respective categories

o   Keep abreast of competitive activities and devise preemptive programs to counter competitive moves.

o   Provide intelligence to the firm on competitors, local packaging/labeling requirements, regulatory requirements, importation guidelines, etc.

LOCATION: Korea (Seoul)

Leading company in the office automation field seeks a bilingual (Korean/English) Korea General Manager to position the Korean division for growth. Recruiter seeks an entrepreneurial Korea General Manager with a strong sales background would be preferred, possibly from the leading multinational systems integration (HW/SW) firms. Experience in P/L would be desired. Experience at firms such as Mita, Xerox, Ricoh, etc. could also be of interest. Strong sales records with major Korean banks and telecoms would be preferred.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: ASEAN Regional Leader - Food Service

LOCATION: Singapore

COMPANY: Leading American QSR Products Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Southeast Asia General Manager with strong knowledge of franchising; results-orientation, unbureaucratic. Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Chinese or Bahasa M/I languages.

Acute business acumen, knowledge of development, knowledge of marketing and leadership skills that highlight the ability to influence.

Recruiter seeks an ASEAN Regional Leader, on behalf of a leading US QSR chain. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), International, the Singapore/ SE Asia Regional Leader will have span of Control: Restaurant Operations, Development (RE and construction), Marketing & Menu, Supply Chain.

Role Overview:  The Singapore/SE Asia Regional Leader is a key member of firm's International Leadership Team and is charged with leading a dedicated support team focused on driving / enabling franchisee operational effectiveness, profitability and new market and restaurant growth. This includes developing and implementing strategies and tactics that drive top-line sales, traffic, customer satisfaction and restaurant operating profit (ROP). The Singapore/SE Asia Regional Leader is also responsible for development of new franchise and country relationships that enables / drives increase market share and net unit growth.

The Singapore/SE Asia Regional Leader has full P&L accountability for their region  This includes effectively utilizing and partnering with Support Center resources to augment the team’s needs and capabilities.

 Role Responsibilities:

o          Create clear expectations, goals and accountabilities for every person in the SE Asia Regional Support Team.  Set a clear personal development plan for each person and provide feedback on a quarterly basis.

o          Develop and implement an annual business plan that …

o          Drives positive transaction and comparable store sales growth

o          Increases year-over-year franchise AUVs

o          Increases profitability (ROP).

o          Improves “operational excellence” metrics such as speed of service, Guest Experience Monitor (GEM) and Metric Moving Scorecard (MMS)

o          Develop and implement a process to review markets (countries) for target development; includes market and partner assessments, building relationships and new market partners.

o          Delivers year-over-year on development targets for new unit growth and net restaurant counts by utilizing effective development processes, securing sound real estate and efficient construction methodology.

o          Effectively conduct QBR’s to include post meeting action items and follow-up.

o          Ensure timely and effective communications with Support Center Team.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Singapore Managing Director - Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing Communications

LOCATION: Singapore

COMPANY: Leading European Business Communications Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Singapore Managing Director with strong results-orientation, unbureaucratic

Recruiter seeks a Singapore Managing Director, on behalf of a leading European firm in the field of business communications. Responsibilities of the Managing Director:

•         Assume responsibility for the overall functioning of the Agency in Singapore

•         Strong business background with ability to grow the revenue of the Agency

•         Be responsible for Profit and Loss

•         Motivate and develop team members consisting of Sales, Account Management and Creative staff

•         Oversee the management of existing accounts as well as the development of new accounts

•         Provide direction to the Sales, Account Management and Creative teams

•         Be involved in concept generation and evaluation of creative work

Requirements: 

•         10 years of experience in an Agency environment. At least 3 years experience in a similar position

•         Experience in ITC below the line communication

•         Strong management experience

•         Track record of building successful client relationships

•         History of success in supporting new business acquisitions

•         Demonstrated ability to think strategically

•         Strong presentation skills

•         Strong written and verbal communication skills (English)

•         Ability to evaluate work generated by the Creative Team

•         Strong contacts in the Information Technology and Telecommunications industry will be advantageous

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - CPG (Foods)

LOCATION: Asian location (Major City)

COMPANY: Fast-Growing Processed Food Manufacturing firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced CPG (Food Industry) Chief Executive Officer or General Manager. Strong preference to a person who is very commercially oriented, charismatic, trustworthy and able to manage a fast growing business unit. Strong preference for a person who is familiar with American CPG management style.

Recruiter seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), on behalf of a fast growing Asian processed food company. The CPG firm is a leading nutrition-focused packaged food company based in its country. The CPG firm develops, produces, markets, and distributes micronutrient fortified packaged food to treat and prevent malnutrition among women, children, and adolescents. The firm manufactures a range of nutritional products, fortified chocolates, and fortified instant powdered beverages and porridges at our facility. 2023 turnover was ~$2.5M and the 2024 projected turnover is ~$4M. The current team is ~350 people, including the head office, factory, and sales organization.

The firm operates four primary lines of business:
1) A range of branded products that are distributed to more than 50,000 retail stores around the country.
2) Contract manufacturing for several of the country’s largest fast-moving consumer goods companies,
with distribution to more than 700,000 outlets nationwide.
3) Programmatic nutritional support for vulnerable populations
4) Novel nutritional products


This CPG firm is searching for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to manage each of these four business verticals across R&D, sales, manufacturing, and marketing functions, with the goal of growing the business to revenues of $10M with gross profits of $2.5M by 2026.

Responsibilities
-Overseeing all manufacturing operations, including sourcing of equipment and materials, production schedules, staffing, factory maintenance and capital expenditures, R&D, and quality assurance. Ensuring organizational prioritization of product quality above all else

-Leading a 50+ person branded sales organization to meet and exceed targets across traditional, modern trade and e-commerce channels

-Deepening relationships with existing contract manufacturing and institutional partners while generating and closing new high-value leads

-Driving innovation, planning, and execution in marketing across digital, content, trade, sponsorship, and sampling channels in line with our customer segmentation strategy

-Communicating a clear and consistent vision to investors, employees, and customers

-Operationalizing strategy to deliver revenue, gross profit, and net profit results


Preferred Experiences (Ideal Preferences, some flexibility here)
● Has been responsible for a team of 100+ people
● Has owned a P&L of >$1M
● Has founded, run, or led a team within a start-up organization or a start-up product line within a large firm
● Is comfortable leveraging quantitative KPIs to deliver tangible results
● Is passionate about social impact, ideally knowledgeable about nutrition
● Can read and understand an article from a medical or scientific journal


Industry Knowledge (Ideal Preferences, some flexibility here)
● Has founded, run, or led a team in the packaged food and beverage or consumer goods industry, ideally with experience in the nutrition or functional food space.
● Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards for food production.
● Experience in winning and servicing large B2B contracts (>$250,000/year)


Business Acumen (Ideal Preferences, some flexibility here)
● Demonstrated ability to lead and grow a small business or business unit within a larger organization.
● Experience in developing and executing strategic business plans.
● Strong understanding of financial management and profitability.
● Understanding of performance marketing (ATL & BTL).
● Strong foundation in social media and influencer marketing.


Operational Expertise (Ideal Preferences, some flexibility here)
● Knowledge of manufacturing processes for food products, with a focus on quality control and food safety.
● Experience in supply chain management, including sourcing raw materials and managing logistics.
● Familiarity with relevant technologies used in food production.


Leadership and Management
● Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on building strong relationships with stakeholders.
● Experience in managing a diverse workforce in a developing country.
● Proven ability to manage and motivate a retail and wholesale sales organization.


Desirable Attributes and Experiences (Pluses)
● Understanding of micronutrient fortification and its role in public health.
● Experience working in a developing country context.
● Understanding of the nutritional needs of the population.
● Existing relationships with distributors or partners in the market.
● Passion for social impact and a desire to contribute to improved nutrition
● Strong ethical standards and commitment to corporate social responsibility.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vietnam General Manager - Furniture

LOCATION: Vietnam (Hochiminh City)

COMPANY:Startup European Furniture firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced Vietnamese-English fluent Vietnam General Manager, ideally with experience in furniture manufacture

Recruiter seeks a Vietnam General Manager, on behalf of a European startup face that is setting up a furniture factory in Vietnam to fabricate luxury furniture and interior products for luxury villas around South East-Asia. The Vietnam General Manager would run the firm's business and factory in Vietnam, including from the early startup phase. Experience in P/L essential.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Malaysia CEO - Franchised Food Service (Leisure Dining Chain)

LOCATION: Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur)

COMPANY:Successful Asian Franchised Restaurant Chain

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Operationally competent, business savvy food sector general manager. Fluent English and Mandarin Chinese. A Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills and a strong eye for detail, quality and excellence.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a very successful Asian founded chain of leisure restaurants, a Malaysia Chief Executive Officer (CEO), whose duty would be effectively run and expand the firm's chain business in Malaysia. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will manage a team of 300+ employees, and will be in charge of overall operations. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will report to the shareholders, strategize and implement expansion and operational improvement plans, and set KPI's with the shareholders and master franchisor.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Asia Managing Director - Apparel

LOCATION: Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur)

COMPANY: North American Apparel firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Solid, organizationally competent, Asia Managing Director with good operations and business management expertise.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a North American apparel firm, an Asia Managing Director, who would supervise firm's entire East Asian operations, to ensure continuity and going-concern of all the entities, and to safeguard the assets of the entities. The primary role of the Asia Managing Director is to lead and represent the East Asian operations in the sourcing, production, logistics and distribution of apparel from Asia to firm's customers worldwide.

•   Drive profitable results through executing against financial, operations and strategic business plans presented and approved by the board of directors;

•   To provide a significant contribution to how the US organization operates;

•   Manage and liaison with related companies and management of these companies to meet delivery dates and quality requirements for firm's customers. Manage procurement of raw materials, manufacturing services and service contracts to deliver finished product to firm's customers;

•   Financial management including internal controls, financial reporting, transfer pricing, treasury and taxation for the firm and related East Asian Operations to safe guard the assets of the Company;

•   Establish and report on key performance measurements including annual budgets and key performance indicators to maximize returns for the firm and related East Asian Operations;

•   Establish the Global Logistic hub in Malaysia with key objective in logistic planning, transshipment & drop shipment requirements, and timely delivery to firm's customers;

•   Manage effective relationships with forwarders, banks, local government authorities, audit and tax advisors; and

•   Overall management of employees and employment service contracts for the firm and related parties.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President, Sales and Marketing - Luxury Hospitality

LOCATION: Indonesia (Jakarta)

COMPANY: Fast growing Asian hotels firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Aggressive but polished VP Sales and Marketing with experience in the luxury resort or luxury real estate sectors.

Recruiter, on behalf of a very successful Asian developer of luxury resorts, seeks a VP, Sales and Marketing. The VP Sales and Marketing will be charged with recruiting a sales team to identify the key segments for marketing the company's latest high profile luxury beach resort and spa. Experiences running similar marketing and branding programs would be of great interest. The VP Sales and Marketing would be responsible for conducting seminars, roadshows, and presentations to market and sell the project.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Asia General Manager - CPG Solutions

LOCATION: Indonesia (Jakarta)

COMPANY:  Leading Consumer Products Services firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS:  Indonesia General Manager with strong contacts in the food (CPG) sector

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a major firm providing advanced solutions for the global consumer products (CPG/ FMCG) sectors, a General Manager. The General Manager participates in the formulation of business strategies with top management, participates in the formulation and administration of company policies with top management, and supports top management in sales and forecast reporting of the assigned Business Unit. The General Manager will direct and coordinate activities of the assigned Business Unit to achieve company’s financial and strategic objectives, as well as recruit, manage, and develop human resources within the business unit. The General Manager formulates, plans, organizes and implements sales strategies to achieve business unit sales targets. S/he also will oversee sales programs/ activities for an organizations products and services.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Asia Managing Director - Entertainment (Games)

LOCATION: Singapore

COMPANY: Entertainment (Games) Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS:  Asia Managing Director, hands-on, with strong business development acumen

Recruiter seeks an Asia Managing Director on behalf of a leading entertainment firm. The Asia Managing Director will be responsible for the set up, organization, and development of firm's Asian operation.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Sales Director - Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: China (Shenzhen, Dongguan, other locations)

COMPANY: Well-established international Consumer Electronics firm (Consumer Audio)

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced China Sales Director, ideally with experience working in the Consumer Audio sector, ideally with experiences from firms such as Harman, Bose, Sonos, Philips, Jabra, Logitech, etc. Soft skills:  Fluent in Chinese for sales & in English for internal report.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a well-established Consumer Electronics manufacturer, a China Sales Director with strong OEM/ODM experiences in the Consumer Audio sector. Key duties would be to develop new OEM Audio customers such as portable speaker, AVR; to develop new EMS customers; to set up an annual sales plan. The scope of the role is to develop new sales pipelines (large customers) in China.

Required relevant experience:
(a) Ten or more years of experience in managing sales in electronics or audio industry.
(b) Proven record of success with the entire sales process, from planning to closing
(c) Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
(d) Superb leadership ability
(e) Familiar with China sales culture
(f) Understanding electronics and audio products

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Asia CEO, Asia COO, Asia VP Sales - Internet B2C Firm

LOCATION: Singapore

COMPANY: Very fast growing internet firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: smart, talented, ambitious people with a strong interest in entrepreneurship

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a very fast growing internet firm that is now active in 40 countries, an Asia CEO, Asia COO, and Asia VP Sales

- Drive growth

- Implement strategic goals and objectives of organization throughout all company departments (Research, Sales, Merchant Management, Editorial, Customer Service, Finance and Admin)

- To give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization's philosophy, mission, strategy, and its goals and objectives.

- Master of Science or MBA degree

- A proven track record and strong motivation to drive the growth of firm

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work under pressure with excellent organization and coordination skills

- Highly driven individual who likes to build new business

- Fluent in English

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Asia Corporate Vice President or Managing Director - Cable Television

LOCATION: Major Asian capital

COMPANY: Leading International Investment Bank

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced Cable TV Asia Managing Director

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading investment bank, an Asia Managing Director or Corporate VP who has had experience in digitalization in leading markets of Asia, the US or UK, and who has a sense of how to make this happen. Should understand content deals. Business savvy, and able to judge content deals. Works well with customers and understands how to win them to the more expensive digital market.

 - Oversee cable television investments

 - interaction with senior management

 - review of business issues, acquisitions

 - review of current and new technology options

 - understanding of content strategy

 - strategic thinker for the investment

 - review of performance

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Korea General Manager - Retail

LOCATION: Korea (Busan)

COMPANY: Major European Retailer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Korea General Manager who is a team player with an ability and desire to develop others. Ability to drive sales through customer service, strong interpersonal skills with a 'can do' attitude. Korea General Manager preferably with knowledge of the retail or consumer goods industry. Retail and/or Customer Service experience at least 5 years at management level. Fluent Korean and English required.

Recruiter seeks a Korea General Manager, on behalf of a major European retailer. Reporting to the Asia Pacific Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Korea General Manager:

    Participates in determining the investment and development plan

    Ensures that objectives are met within set budget

    In charge of shop exploitation

    Ensures that shops are run in accordance with legal rules, technical specifications as safety regulations.

    Ensure that decisions and recommendations from management with regards to procedures and other matters are applied.

    Keep informed of any economical development and propose actions with regards to the local development of Retailer as and when required

    Ensure that all staff and material are present in accordance with the activities requirements

    Prepare monthly activity reports

    Organize meetings with local suppliers and negotiate agreements with local suppliers

    Organize or assist in employee meetings

    Ensure that there is a positive and good work ethos in all shops

    Ensure that all activities are properly recorded in documents, files, systems

    To assure the coordination with the airport authorities and other authorities.

    Propose any training that may be required within the shops

    Promote Retailer as a brand and ensure a high standard of customer service is implemented

    To guarantee the objectives and procedures regarding management of the stocks, sales, orders, human resources and of exploitation in a general way.

    Ensure processes implementation in shops

    Supervise Personnel organization in the shops

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Operating Officer (COO)- E-Commerce Firm

LOCATION: India

COMPANY: Fast Growing Consumer E-Commerce Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chief Operating Officer (COO) should have solid western business experiences. Familiarity with the automotive sector helpful

Recruiter seeks a Chief Operating Officer (COO) on behalf of a fast growing Indian e-commerce firm that is serving the consumer sector. The role of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be to bring in key industry knowledge, in order for the firm to better meet the expectations of the internet buyer at home.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Personal Care - FMCG

LOCATION: India

COMPANY: Leading Consumer Products Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Personal Care should have solid western business experiences.

Recruiter seeks a VP Personal Care, reporting to the conglomerate President. The VP Personal Care will manage the strategy, marketing, R&D, sourcing, and manufacturing of a turnover of US $25 million, componsed of 15 brands of skin care, hair care, oral care, and personal products. This key division is part of a firm with a turnover of US$100 million.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Mexico Director of Operations - Advertising

LOCATION: Mexico (Mexico, D.F.)

COMPANY: Major global consumer advertising firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS:  Mexico Director of Operations from the advertising sector with good financial background. Fluency in English and Spanish desired.

•   A minimum of 7 plus years in advertising and marketing with the last 2 years in leadership.

•   A strong understanding of the Mexican business community, business regulations and start-up requirements.

•   Highly skilled in developing and maintaining business relationships and partnerships with the local community and international partners.

•   Experience to manage senior clients, and to solve most problems or issues that arise at the client or agency.  Is able to develop and implement efficient processes to accomplish objectives.

•   Strong strategic abilities. Is able to independently articulate a clear and actionable strategy that meets objectives.  Is able to help others improve their strategic thinking.

•   Extremely proactive. Thinks ahead.  Adds value at every stage – seeks out opportunities for generating revenue, developing relationships, winning new business

Recruiter, on behalf of a very successful international consumer advertising firm, seeks a Mexico Director of Operations who manages the development of organization policies and goals that cover operations, personnel, financial performance, and growth.

•   Directs internal operations to achieve budgeted results and other financial criteria, and to preserve the capital funds invested in the enterprise.

•   Participates in the development and preparation of short-term and long-range plans and budgets based upon broad organization goals and objectives. The Mexico Director of Operations recommends their adoption to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

•   Directs the development and installation of procedures and controls, to promote communication and adequate information flow, and thereby solidify management control and direction of the enterprise.

•   Develops and establishes operating policies consistent with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)’s broad policies and objectives and insures their adequate execution.  Appraises and evaluates the results of overall operations regularly and systematically, and reports these results to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

•   Insures that all activities and operations are performed in compliance with laws governing business operations.

•   Develops and maintains a sound plan of organization.  S/he establishes policies to insure adequate management development and to provide for capable management succession for those functions/business units falling under his/her responsibility.

•   Directs the development and establishment of adequate and equitable personnel policies throughout the organization, including compensation policies and employee benefit plans.  Insures that the interests and welfare of employees as individuals are preserved and protected.

•   Provide leadership for the agency in terms of clients, staff, new business, and overall direction.

•   Monitor agency profitability, operating budgets, cash flow and investments.

•   Assist in the development of growth plans for the agency.

•   Maintain agency contact with the executive management of selected clients.

•   Explore and evaluate growth opportunities for the agency in terms of new services or profit centers.

•   Assist in the implementation of all new plans and programs of the agency.

•   Work with agency attorney on all legal matters concerning the agency.

•   Maintain an open line of communications with all members of the staff.

•   Recruitment of potential new employees.

•   Maintain communications with key media contacts and suppliers.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Mexico General Manager - Consumer Products 

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Brazil Country Manager (Diretor Geral) - Travel Sector

LOCATION: Brazil (Sao Paulo)

COMPANY: Major Travel Services firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Portuguese-English bilingual Brazil Country Manager with strong, hands-on, mentoring, style of management. The Brazil Country Manager should have solid sales contacts within the travel sector, especially airlines. Must have very strong English and Portuguese skills.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major travel services firm, a Brazil Country Manager. The Brazil Country Manager will focus on driving the growth of the business through new sales and improving revenue from existing customers. Responsibilities will include sales, account management, service and tech support with business performance responsibility for P&L. The role involves strategically redefining the current business to ensure that, without loss of current profitability, a platform is created that can serve as the catalyst for accelerating growth.

1)  Taking full ownership of the market/s P&L including driving the commercial organisation to deliver against targets set for top line and market share growth, Net Margin per segment, OPEX and EBIDTA.

2)  Define, gain commitment to and execute on a growth strategy focused on establishing the market as an engine of future profitability for the Brazilian business. This strategy to be based on analysis of competitors, market and customer requirements, customer satisfaction levels, and segmentation and market trends.

3)  Redefine how firm can grow new revenues and areas of the business to improve the long term profitability of the market/s.  Create strategies and execute on these to ensure a unique value proposition to the customer base.

4)  As a key member of the management team work actively with the rest of the team to design and execute on the strategies needed for growth and EBIDTA delivery in Brazil.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Brazil General Manager/ Brazil Managing Director (Diretor Geral) - Mobile Telephones

LOCATION: Brazil (São Paulo)

COMPANY:  Major Asian Consumer Electronics Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Portuguese-English bilingual Brazil General Manager from the consumer electronics sector who is able to grow a mobile handset startup. Hands-on GM with an entrepreneurial spirit; low-cost minded. Good knowledge of the sales environment (sell in- sell out) in the consumer electronic business; understands operator business model and negotiation environment.

Recruiter seeks a Brazil General Manager (Brazil Managing Director) on behalf of a major Asian cellular telephony firm. Firm's products include mobile phones, personal computers, home appliances, electric lighting, and digital media sold to domestic and overseas markets. Key elements for this search: The Brazil General Manager (Brazil Managing Director) will have complete P&L responsibility in Brazil. Reporting to General Manager for the Americas, s/he will be presiding over a startup venture. The key objective is to grow quickly from the start up phase into a medium size company with a constant look at bottom line. The Brazil General Manager (Brazil Managing Director) must find the right balance between sales, production and finance, in order to enable sustainable development of the Brazil business unit.

-- industrial: define capacity requirements and industrial roadmap, negotiate costs, meet technical challenges for on- time deliveries, manage exposure and E&O

-- finance: understand financial role, optimize tax and financial structure as well as industrial set up (optimize costs), meet reporting deadlines

-- sales: define sales& marketing strategy and product roadmap both for operators and distributors

-- management: motivate existing teams and grow, adapat or change organization according to requests

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Brazil Managing Director (Diretor Geral) - Mobile Phones

LOCATION: Brazil (São Paulo)

COMPANY:  Major International Mobile Handset Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS:  unbureaucratic, fast-paced Brazil general manager, preferably able to start up Brazil sales operations in the consumer electronics and/or mobile telephone market. Fluent Portuguese/ English skills. Exposure to local Brazil contract electronics manufacturing helpful.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a major international consumer electronics firm selling handphones, a Brazil Managing Director. The Brazil Managing Director should be an experienced Brazil General Manager with sales, marketing, operations and finance background. The Brazil Managing Director must know how to behave in a "start up" type of role in the consumer electronics industry ( preferably wireless industry) as the firm's activities in Brazil are still in their initial phase.

LOCATION: Brazil (Sao Paulo)

The Brazil Country Manager will have excellent marketing acumen with strong abilities to develop business relationships. Basic accounting and financial knowledge. The Brazil Country Manager will be very good at strategic planning and organization. Verifiable experience of successful management of staff at successful service or consumer products companies in Brazil . Strong abilties in conflict resolution and being proactive.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Kenya Managing Director - Insurance

LOCATION: Kenya (Nairobi)

COMPANY: Well-established Insurance company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fast paced Managing Director able to lead a multi-country team.

Recruiter seeks an energetic and creative Managing Director who will be in charge of the firm's operations in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda & Uganda. There are various experiences that might work well for this position, but most importantly s/he must be a well organized General Manager or Managing Director who would be capable of supervising and driving the teams in the four countries.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Turkey Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Consumer Goods

LOCATION: Turkey (Istanbul)

COMPANY: Major European luxury goods retailer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Luxury goods Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with global vision

Recruiter seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), on behalf of a leading luxury retailer. The firm currently sells its luxury consumer goods to over 60 countries worldwide, with over 100 retail stores, and the firm needs a creative ane experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who could bring the firm to the next level. Requires a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with experience in expanding luxury retail opportunities on a global basis. Firm's active sales based distribution channel has been replaced by the franchising system, so Chief Executive Officer (CEO) candidates with this kind of experience might be of interest.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Israel Managing Director - FMCG

LOCATION: Israel (Tel Aviv)

COMPANY: Major European Consumer Products Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Sales oriented consumer products Managing Director with strong ability to develop retail relationships

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major European consumer products manufacturer, a Managing Director. The Managing Director 's mission is to run independently, successfully and efficiently the profit center for which s/he is responsible. The Managing Director is responsible for communicating the company vision, mission, strategies and guiding principles to the local team. The Managing Director's duties include oversight of turnover, EBITA, Profit Margins, Capex, Image and Brand awareness, Market share growth, etc.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Leisure Sector

LOCATION: GCC Location

COMPANY: Major Leisure Sector firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) should have strong experiences in developing a major leisure sector firm from the ground up.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of major national leisure development corporation, a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is unique in many respects - it entails running the day-to-day business operations, freeing up the Managing Director to fulfill responsibilities. In functional respects, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will assume the same responsibilities as in any other business. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will work with the Managing Director to develop and implement the firm's long-term strategy. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will also interact extensively with Department heads and Subsidiaries General Managers to provide leadership and direction for all business activities. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be responsible for all major operational decisions. Each of the Department heads (Business Development & Marketing Director, Operation Director, Corporate Services Director, and Subsidiaries General Managers) will report directly to the CEO; only exceptionally difficult and important operational decisions should involve the Managing Director.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Mideast/ Gulf Country Manager - Luxury Fashion

LOCATION: UAE (Dubai)

COMPANY: Major Global Luxury Fashion products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A Dubai Country Manager with deep experience in the regional luxury fashion retail sector. Strong brand management experiences. 10+ years working experience. 2+ years of general management experience with direct P&L responsibility. Sales Management experience for 3+ years with a successful track record. Excellent (first hand) knowledge of the Gulf Region, possibly strengthened by living in the region for 2+ years. 2+ years experience in a fashion related industry (accessories, cosmetics, rtw). Fluent in English. Flexible/entrepreneurial. Strong negotiation skills. The ability to lead, motivate and coach a team in a matrix environment (demonstrate situational leadership skills). Excellent organizational skills. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major global luxury fashion products firm (corporation revenue over USD $1 billion), seeks a Mideast Regional Country Manager, whose focus will be on the Gulf region. Reporting to the CEO of EMEA, the Gulf Country Manager:

-- has responsibility of top line and bottom line of local P&L

-- is responsible for managing the operations of the business

-- manages the sales team in order to maximize penetration and sell-through in the Gulf Region

-- is responsible for the management and development of the sales force and other direct reports in the Gulf Region.

Functions:

o   Manage the Gulf P&L according to EMEA's indications

o   Meet budgeted sales targets

o   Meet budgeted gross margins

o   Develop and maintain relationships with Key Accounts, aiming at improving total sales, the visibility of each Brand and the quality of the distribution

o   Recruit and train the sales team

o   Manage the sales team to maximize penetration and sell-through in both Key Account and independents channel

o   Work with sales force on in-store promotions and merchandizing

o   Work with sales force to maintain brand awareness within shops

o   Oversee the accurate completion of all Finance reporting requirements set forth by EMEA in accordance with local and corporate guidelines and GAAP

o   Ensure compliance between HR policies defined by EMEA, adapt to local requirements and legislation if applicable

o   Ensure a proper ERP system is set to run the business to ensure proper information exchange takes place with EMEA

o   Ensure compliance with local legal requirements. Collaborate and provide  timely feedback to EMEA

o   Propose appropriate marketing activities to support the regional business , to be approved by EMEA: trade marketing, advertising, PR, window merchandising, promotions, events etc.; ensure accurate implementation  and provide proper feedback to EMEA

o   Accurately project Display/POP needs and usage within the parameters stated in the annual budget

o   Maintain brand integrity with regards to all aspects of brand identification from stationary to logos to in-store presence

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Retail General Manager - Luxury Goods

LOCATION: UAE (Dubai)

COMPANY: Leading Luxury Goods Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS:  Successful luxury goods retail general manager

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a leading Gulf firm in the luxury goods sector, a Retail General Manager. Given the critical nature of this role, the successful Retail General Manager (Luxury Goods) will play a significant part in the company’s overall growth and development in a market that is experiencing significant growth fuelled by unprecedented levels of liquidity and disposable income. As such, the successful candidate must be supremely innovative, self-confident, assertive and results oriented, able to strike an appropriate balance between delegation and hands-on involvement, and able to build, direct and coordinate multiple initiatives across many constituencies. In light of the evolving market, and the fast-moving nature of this business segment, the successful Retail General Manager (Luxury Goods) must be capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously and promptly. The successful Retail General Manager (Luxury Goods) will be skilled at innovative business and product development. As such they will have strong understanding of the Middle East consumer within the context of retail. A strategic thinker, the Retail General Manager (Luxury Goods) will be a seasoned executive with a profound understanding of the commercial luxury retailing business.

The ideal Retail General Manager candidate will likely have:

•---10+ years of regional retail management experience in a multicountry and multi-operation structure. They will have strong understanding of Retailing in the Middle East

•---Will have grown within an environment where operations coupled with innovation, delivery, relationship development, and the commercialization of new concepts were all critical parts of the

definition of success. Ideally the candidate will have a background in luxury/ high end and innovative product environments

•---A strong fashion sense and flair for new trends

•---Good people skills as they pertain to leadership, interaction with superiors, peers and subordinates and to outside parties

•---Excellent communication and presentation skills; this person will need to command the podium and speak with authority

•---Intellectual strength in business planning, strategy, analysis and problem solving

•---Fluency in English. Knowledge of Arabic is be beneficial

•---Business / Graduate level qualifications

Base Salary: between USD 13,327 - $18,658/mo plus bonus plus benefits

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: General Manager - Retail

LOCATION: Saudi Arabia

COMPANY: Major Global Retailer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Retail General Manager with strong real estate experience.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading global retailer, a General Manager for their RE department. Duties includes:

-- Preparing necessary feasibility studies,

-- The appointment of consultants,

-- Obtaining the necessary approvals both internally and externally to the Company.

-- Managing the consultant team (including all fee related issues),

-- Overseeing the design project costs,

-- Tendering, construction and marketing,

-- Liaison / coordination internally (especially Leasing & Operations Divisions) and relevant legal negotiations in order to hand over leased and completed properties.

-- Site evaluation and development appraisals.

-- Initiate and obtain the necessary approvals both internally and externally to the Company for defined projects.

-- Manage the process by which consultants and contractors are appointed and monitor their performance.

-- Ensure “Third Party” Project Managers provide adequate support in the design, tendering, consultant / contractor appointment and project execution.

-- Ensure the design, technical quality and performance specifications of the projects are achieved through to completion and handover.

-- Provide regular feedback with regard to project status and costs.

-- Undertake special assignments as and when required – deal with Local Authorities, VIPs and Government Heads to support Property business operations.

-- Relations with the shopping mall managements (meet with the GMS on a regular basis the management of the shopping malls in which we are in order to get a smooth relationship).

-- Maintain the relationship with the Developers.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Managing Director (CEO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), Supply Chain Head - Retail

LOCATION: Africa: Ghana (Accra)

COMPANY: Venture Capital Funded Consumer Retail Chain

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced African retail sector executives with industry knowledge and track-records to make the firm a major national player in the space.

Recruiter seeks several senior executives on behalf of a well-funded international Africa-oriented venture capital firm. The retail-experienced executives would include a Managing Director, a Chief Operating Officer, and a Head of Supply Chain. The three highly trustworthy and competent retail executives will be placed at a Ghanaian portfolio company owned by the VC firm.

The portfolio company is a long-standing, family-owned firm in a fast growing retail segement. The chief challenge is for the retail executives to be able to evaluate the acquired firm current resources and capabilities, determine where improvements and upgrades need to be made, and create road-maps to rise competitively versus other major players in the retail sector.

The Managing Director, who effectively would serve as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), must be someone with the vision to bring the firm to the goals set by the VC. The Managing Director will need to have the "staying power" to bring an old firm up to speed. This role is not suitable for someone who "thinks big" or "talks big." The concept of "visionary" here means a person who, based on his or her actual experience, has realistic plans on how to build the firm.

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will have a lot to do in this corporate build-out. The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will not simply be good at managing operations at the existing stores, but s/he must know how to identify new locations, negotiate with contractors, and hire good managers for the team.

The Head of Supply Chain and Logistics will be charged with evaluating the status of the firm's current inventory and materials control system and upgrading it to a level that could allow for a much larger national retail chain.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Business Development & Strategy - Entertainment (Motion Pictures)

LOCATION: US - California (Los Angeles)

COMPANY:  Leading Entertainment/ Film Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Sales and Marketing with experience in the retail/ SME sector

Recruiter seeks a VP Business Development & Strategy for one of the largest global firms in the entertainment and media industries. The VP Business Development & Strategy should have an MBA, 7+ years experience in corp strategic analysis/or corp M&A. Prior experience in technology, I-banking, or in corp sector is desired. The VP Business Development & Strategy will coordinate and assist divisions in evaluation and negotiation of prospective equity transactions, acquisitions and joint ventures outside normal scope of divisions' businesses.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Marketing - Security Electronics

LOCATION: US - TBD

COMPANY:  Major Security Electronics Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Marketing with a strong background in the consumer electronics industry

Recruiter, on behalf of a growing consumer electronics firm, seeks a Vice President of Marketing. S/he will be responsible for management of the firm's business, including planning, implementing and executing online & print customer acquisition campaigns to generate business growth along with managing product acquisition and launch.

•   P&L responsibility, annual budgeting and marketing plans

•   Develop Marketing strategies that ensure customer base growth with profitable returns

•   Manage & improve existing search engine strategy (paid and organic)

•   Development of acquisition and retention programs for various customer types, product segments, etc.

•   Management of New Products, Online marketing programs and Print marketing programs. Utilize analytics to monitor site activity and drive strategic marketing decisions

•   Develop, plan, execute and analyze all direct marketing campaigns, including landing pages, sponsorship content, acquisition and retention emails, etc.

•   Drive sales while maintaining integrity of brand

•   Interface closely with IT, Purchasing, Engineering, Finance and senior management on regular basis

•   Develop and maintain customer loyalty programs.

•   Participate as a strategic partner in the development of the company’s long term plans

Experience and Requirements

•   Minimum 5 years experience managing online customer acquisition campaigns for a fast growing, entrepreneurial company that relies heavily upon E-Commerce for its Direct Response Marketing activity

•   Measurable experience in paid and organic search, affiliate programs, comparison shopping engines, email and other online programs

•   Demonstrated ability to deliver a quantity of valuable new customers within the framework of ROI goals, as a key part of a successful business enterprise

•   Ability to create the strategic direction of increasing E-Commerce activity from a variety of online channels to expand market share

•   Solid grasp of IT functionality within web structure, applications and inventory management

•   Understanding of how to utilize analytics to drive strategic marketing decisions

•   Proficient in retention initiatives, including email, site merchandising, customization, and other onboarding tools

•   Effective and influential spoken, written, electronic and presentation skills essential with employees, vendors and cross-functional teams at all levels

•   Proficient in online business management, ranging from IT platforming to order applications, order processing & fulfillment, forecasting and inventory management.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Managing Director, International Marketing - Apparel

LOCATION: US - Northeast (New Jersey)

COMPANY:  Major Global Apparel Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Strategic orientation. Bilingual or multilingual. Strong understanding of emerging markets. Experience working with department stores, mass markets and luxury markets. Asian sourcing useful

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of leading global apparel firm, a Managing Director for International Marketing, who would develop a global presence in the marketplace that generates profitable top line growth by spearheading firm's migration into emerging markets, and by achieving significant increase in consumer awareness and reach where firm currently sells. Further, this person will help in potential worldwide licensing, partnership, and M&A opportunities that could help to further firm’s position as a global leader.  Must be forward-thinking, but also able to be hands-on when needed. The position will work regularly with Forecasting, Design, Development, Merchandising and Marketing.  A solid business person with business acumen and operations understanding will be the successful candidate.

•   Must have achieved at least 20% growth, year on year.

•   Success in managing a highly diverse team that differs in culture, language and customs

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President, Sales & Marketing - Biometrics

LOCATION: US Southeast - Florida (Ft. Lauderdale)

COMPANY: Major European Technology Conglomerate

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Sales and Marketing with experience in the retail sector

Recruiter seeks a Vice President, Sales & Marketing, on behalf of a very large European firm. The VP, Sales & Marketing will have the exciting challenge to establish a sales and marketing organization for a technology start-up company that will be a subsidiary of a well known international biometrics company.  This business will be based in the U.S., operating upon a proven business/ sales model, with the goal to achieve substantial growth and financial targets within a two year period of time. The VP, Sales & Marketing will be responsible for establishing a commercial network to support a high volume, high pressure, and high reward sales environment with the purpose of marketing and selling leased, high tech biometric security access control systems, targeted for small to medium sized businesses in the U.S. marketplace. Expected potential is $50-100M in annual sales within 5 years.  The VP, Sales & Marketing will be responsible for staffing of sales teams and providing ongoing motivation and monitoring to the team. If successful, the VP, Sales & Marketing is targeted to transition to President & CEO after approximately one year as VP, Sales & Marketing.  

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Business Development - Online Media Content

LOCATION: US - Southeast (Florida)

COMPANY:  Well established media content firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Aggressive, online media Business Development Director or Vice President

Recruiter seeks a self-directed VP Business Development who can help firm expand their content distribution relationships with online media groups in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. The VP Business Development should be able to also do high level direct selling when applicable, and help manage/motivate a sales staff.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Western Regional Vice President of Sales or Director of Sales - FMCG

LOCATION: US - West (Los Angeles, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Denver, CO; Seattle, WA; Salt Lake City, UT)

COMPANY: Leading American Consumer Products Firm (houseware/ household products)

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Unbureaucractic, aggressive, and strategic FMCG US Western Regional VP Sales. Person must have experience selling without guaranteed distribution.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of major US consumer products firm, a Western Regional VP Sales or Western Regional Sales Director. Key current or potential retail customers:  Albertsons, Fred Meyer, Food 4 Less, Gelson's, Henry Lamond, Jensen Distribution, King Soopers, Orchard Supply, Ralphs, Scolaris, Smart N Final, Smiths, Winco, BBQ Galore, Price Smart, Bashas, Bimart, Costco, Safeway, Stater Brothers, Raleys, Save Mart, Haggens, Longs Drug, Western Family, and many others, including hardware and homecenters. Firm's business is a combination of current account management, and gaining new distribution, which takes a tremendous amount of skill and persistence.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President of Sales (VP Sales) - Foods

The Vice President of Sales will be responsible for all categories, with current US sales volume over $250 million. Manage the entire sales force, develop a trade marketing department and establish a sales strategy. Candidates selling branded products through grocery and food service outlets in high consumption markets, particularly in the western and southeastern areas would be of greatest interest. (FMCG candidates in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, or in other areas of the Southwest or Southeast are especially targeted for this position.)

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Sales - Film Industry

LOCATION: US - California (Los Angeles/ Orange County)

COMPANY:  Home Entertainment Products Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Aggressive yet diplomatic VP Sales

Recruiter, on behalf of a Los Angeles area film distributor, seeks a VP Sales. The VP Sales must have experience in the DVD market.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President Sales - Computers

LOCATION: US - California (Orange County)

COMPANY: Fast Growing Computer Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Computer VP Sales with strong experience in the retail channel

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a growing notebook computer firm, a VP Sales. Sales to mass retail chains required.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director, Brand Management - Consumer Products (Non-food)

LOCATION: US - Northeast (Boston)

COMPANY: Major Canadian Consumer Products Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A CPG Brand Manager who is methodical and thorough. Coming from a successful CPG sales experience, the CPG Brand Manager will have moved to a markeitng role where s/he has had experience building a national CPG brand. The CPG Brand Manager is a person who wins by "hitting singles, not home runs."This role requires a person to build a brand's relationships with regional distributors store by store, region by region. Must be able to work with smaller regional advertising agencies, monitoring them and developing them. Experience in Shopper Marketing could also be helpful. Although this role carries a Director title, most work will involve supervision of outside agency people, not internal staff, so it is important that the Brand Manager be a results-oriented sales and marketing pro who does not require a large staff to be successful.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major consumer products firm whose products presently are well known in the US Northeast but not too far beyond, a Director of Brand Management. Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing, the Director of Brand Management will conduct research and assist in mining data to provide meaningful Consumer and Shopper insights. A successful Director of Brand Management will possess the following qualifications:

---Minimum of 5+ years marketing and 3+ years sales experience;

---Strong analytical and planning skills;

---Demonstrated time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities with high level of attention to detail;

---Solid financial acumen, working with P&Ls

Key Responsibilities:

---Create the brand strategy and vision. The brand plan must include the correct product lineup along with creative "breakthrough" marketing programs and promotions to deliver growth and insure the brand wins while optimizing profitability goals;

---Communicate and then execute the brand plans effectively and on time;  

---Build and lead a brand team of agencies, researchers and partners that can assist in creating cost effective break-through programs that strengthen overall brand equity;

---Work with the sales team to develop and maintain a tool kit focusing on national products, programs & merchandising recommendations along with customized opportunities that allow to win account by account;

---Implement, manage and interpret consumer data and insights to help guide product development strategies plus assist in the sell.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Sales Director - Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: US - California (or flexible US location)

COMPANY: Major consumer electronics manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Consumer electronics Sales Director with proven experience of growing a sales team, including experiences with an sales operation with a revenue over $20 million dollars a year. The Sales Director should have demonstrated excellent communication and leadership skills. Aggressive, results oriented, the Sales Director should have experience in the retail/ consumer market, B2B business

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major consumer electronics firm, a Director of Sales. The firm is a leading manufacturer of visual display and presentation products, whose extensive line-up of award-winning digital projection devices incorporates the latest innovations and technologies to deliver superior products. This firm has global sales and marketing operations in North America, Europe and Asia. The Sales Director will be responsible for achieving sales goal, target, GP, and P&L; managing distribution, retail, and all sales channels and networks; establishing and exploring new sales channels and opportunities; promoting brand recognition. The Sales Director will manage a team of 20.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: US National Sales Director - Consumer Lighting Products

LOCATION: US - California (Southern)

COMPANY: Netherlands Consumer Electronics Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Startup-focused consumer electronics sales director

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a Dutch firm in the consumer electronics field, a US National Sales Director. Reporting to the Chief Global Marketing Officer, you will be identifying new channels and potential distributors in the USA. Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and implement strategic plans • Develop market growth, open new markets & identify potential distributors • Execute market driven strategies • Understand key markets & competitive trends • Key input to SIOP (Sales, Inventory, Operations, Planning) process • Drive distributor management and contract enforcement • Attend trade shows and act as a company spokesperson • Make monthly presentations/reports to top management, marketing and sales team • Expected to travel about 15% - 25% of the time

Desirable Experience, Capabilities & Success Factors:

• Knowledge of lighting industry, preferably LED Lighting, is a plus • Minimum 5 years channel and distribution marketing experience • BS degree, Engineering, Business or Marketing; MBA preferred • Proactive professional that is driven to set aggressive goals • Creative thinker, strong analytical and decision making skills • Able to develop innovative strategies in complex markets, driving revenue and market share growth • Team player, resourceful, hands on work attitude and ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities under time constraints • Excellent planning, organization and

follow up skills • Excellent interpersonal skills • Ability to work in a fast forward, dynamic, entrepreneurial organization in both a team & independent environment • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint • Proficiency in written and spoken English is a must

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Latin America Sales Director - Computer Parts

LOCATION: US - Florida (Miami)

COMPANY: Fast-Growing Computer Parts Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced hunter-prospector Latin America Sales Manager/ Latin America Sales Director who thoroughly knows the ins and outs of the Latin America computer products market. Fluent English and Spanish

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Executive Director, TV Sales - Television/ Radio

LOCATION: US - Northeast

COMPANY:  Well established media firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Aggressive, media sales director

Recruiter seeks an Executive Director, TV Sales for a well established media content firm.  Product line includes primarily management of multi-million dollar contracts on proprietary content to both local and network stations. Proven sales management required, experience in broadcast/ media a plus. Estimated comp of US$200-300K, includes bonuses and overrides, plus commissions on any direct sales. Reports to the Senior Vice President, Sales.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Sales Director - Computer Peripherals/ Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: US- California (Los Angeles)

COMPANY: Leading Asian Electronics Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Sales Director with strong consumer electronics retail chain contacts

Recruiter seeks a Director of Sales and Marketing on behalf of a leading Asian electronics firm in the field of computer components, computer peripherals, audio, video, video displays, and digital projectors. Products are sold to major consumer electronics retail chains. With 10+ years' experience, the Director of Sales and Marketing will be responsible for identifying, developing, establishing new business opportunities, i.e., A/V channels, retail chains, etc., as well as managing on-going relationships between the company, strategic partners and customers. The Director of Sales and Marketing provides business opportunity analysis, support/training to the sales team, performs business analysis on potential partners. The Director of Sales and Marketing coordinates account management for successful execution and applies sales and marketing intelligence to business plans. This position reports to the business unit President.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Canada General Manager - CPG (foods)

LOCATION: Canada - Ontario (Toronto)

COMPANY: Leading Global CPG Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fast paced, results-oriented Canada General Manager or Canada Sales Director with a substantial track record of success in the Canadian consumer foods retail sector. Fluent English and Chinese (Cantonese). French skills a strong plus. An MBA is preferred. The Canada General Manager must possess strong leadership skills, and be an effective team member. A strong achievement orientation and drive for results is necessary. 

Consumer goods experience with an understanding of distribution channels is strongly preferred.  

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of leading Asian manufacturer of food products, a Canada General Manager, who leads and oversees the sales activities and efforts within Canada. Directly supervise 2 - 4 Market Development Managers in the Market Development Function for Canada.

•   Develop Canada-wide area sales and distribution strategies; set specific action plans and targets; and monitor to ensure optimal sales and distribution of firm's products.   

•   Oversee the operational efficiency of the market development function within the country.  Manage the market development managers who work closely with the distributors, 2nd tier distributors and end customers (Supermarkets & Restaurants) to ensure execution of company policies and practices are in compliance with company-wide goals.

•   Assess and analyze the market and competition to suggest new and improved sales programs, products and services (e.g., trade and consumer programs) tailored to meet market needs. Use relevant market information to support business decisions.  

•   Actively interact with responsible functions to monitor production and logistic planning and communicate necessary information to Sales team members.  

•   Prepare reports, correspondence, presentations, budget and forecast plans to management or other function heads.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President - Media Director - Advertising

LOCATION: US -  Northeast (New York)

COMPANY: Major Global Advertising Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Digital Advertising "visionary."

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading advertising firm, a VP, Media Director, who interacts with clients, vendors and staff across all departments of the agency. S/he  oversees the internal media team to help manage existing clients and establish best practices for the office. As part of the local management team, the VP, Media Director will also help manage and grow Key Corporate Accounts (KCA), ensure proper growth for media strategy, planning and buying. Responsibilities: Oversees and manages key financial metrics for the department including utilization levels and gross margin targets. Oversees, manages and mentors staff. Identifies opportunities to grow existing client business. Works closely with Heads of Creative, Client Services and Strategic Planning to ensure full integration

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of one of the leading makers of laser printers, a VP Sales and a VP of Marketing. Positions report to the President and Chief Operating Officer. While experience in the laser printer field would be useful, other product experiences selling to similar customers would be considered. Very importantly, the VP Marketing and the VP Sales should be hands-on and aggressive managers.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a $20 million privately held, South Florida marketing services company, a VP Sales to help guide the company toward a hoped for $70 million revenue goal in 5 years. The person must be a strategic thinking, hands on, B2B relationship sales manager, with an ability to shape a successful sales process and sales organization. Experience selling services to the financial, leisure or automotive markets would be of greatest interest. A person with experience in a small organization or with startup or entrepreneurial experiences would be of interest. Above all, the person's track record must evidence the VP Sales' personal success in shaping a sales effort.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Sales and Marketing - Cosmetic FMCG

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a growing international Korean cosmetic products company, a Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Candidates should have a minimum of 5-10 years in the cosmetics industry, ideally from the skincare or personal bodycare fields. The VP Sales and Marketing should have an ability to promote strong management relationships, especially with major national department store chains, leading HBA retailers, etc. The VP Sales and Marketing should be entrepreneurial and be prepared to build a small US group into a structure including a national regional sales team for the East Coast, West Coast, North Central, South Central, Midwest, and other territories. Position reports to the President of the American division.

On behalf of a well established manufacturer of high-end furniture, recruiter seeks a SVP Sales, reporting to the COO. The Senior Vice President of Sales will need to be a top closer with extensive industry contacts, ideally including the Midwest, Southwest and West Coast. The person must be prepared to be a hands on SVP Sales doing extensive national travel.

A small and growing Canadian company whose consumer optics are sold to firms such as Harley Davidson, PUMA, and Speedo, seeks a hands-on and successful Sales and Marketing VP with a solid track record of sales to the tactical markets. The position reports directly to the CEO. Ideally, this person has 5-15 years in sales, marketing or business development for an optics products company. The VP Sales and Marketing must be able to work on his/her own, without direct supervision. It is expected that perhaps 2 sales people might be reporting to this VP.

A well established, higher end American FMCG/ housewares firm, is seeking a very dynamic and analytical Vice President of Sales. Strong national account sales contacts with retail customers such as Target, WalMart, K-Mart, Costco, Sam's Club, Home Depot, Safeway, Albertson's, Shop Rite, Von's, etc. would be of great interest. The VP Sales reports to the company President. Candidates with housewares experience would probably have the shortest learning curve, but other strong candidates from consumer packaged goods (CPG) or other fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) firms selling to the same set of national customers could also be considered. 

Recruiter seeks a VP Retail for a very successful consumer durables company. Reports to President. The major focus of the VP Retail Marketing is to develop the marketing plan for the firm's future and present retail stores. The firm currently has 3 stores, but intends to go national. This person must have leading-edge experiences in this field. The VP Retail Marketing must develop the retail strategy and game plan, including identifying mall locations.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Manager, Licensing & New Business Development - Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: US location

COMPANY: Fast Growing consumer electronics and leisure products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fast paced Marketing/ Business Development Manager with good understanding of consumer branding and licensing
- Overall, 5+ years of related experience in new business development and sales, brand development and/or brand licensing.
- Significant experience in New Business Development role with demonstrated track record of success in growing the business through definition of new growth opportunities, leading outreach to key strategic partners and acquisition of new customers.
- High Energy, optimistic and highly resilient. Setbacks don’t stop you.
- Confident communicator and comfortable sharing your perspective with others at all levels of organizations (internally and externally)
- Results orientation: You naturally focus on outcomes and impact to the business.
- Creative and Critical thinker with ability to be generate new ideas, use analytic skills to assess and priorities and take feedback from others to continuously build and improve.
- Willing and able to put in the time and energy required to build a startup. Naturally set the pace for yourself and know that it takes hard work (in addition to great ideas and people) to build new businesses.
- Great Team Player: You recognize that teamwork is essential to success and you are willing and able to roll-up sleeves to get the job done. You thrive on collaboration and bring out the best in others through your everyday actions.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Marketing Director - Air Conditioners

LOCATION: US location (flexible)

COMPANY: Leading multinational consumer appliance firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: experiences at Whirlpool, GE, Frigidaire, etc. a plus

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a multi-billion dollar global household appliances firm, a Director of Marketing with strong experience in the consumer Air Conditioner market. Should have depth in marketing or product strategy, be familiar with air conditioner technology trends and sales policies. Strong awareness of technology and brands important. Willingness to travel internationally.