General Manager (Administration & Business)

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of designated business functions and ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Company's operations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor management policies, business strategies, and operational plans in alignment with the Company's objectives and corporate governance requirements.
• Lead and supervise department heads, providing direction, guidance, and performance management to achieve business goals.
• Consolidate, review, and analyze the Company's monthly financial and operational performance, and prepare management reports for the head office in Japan.
• Coordinate and implement corporate policies, compliance requirements, and strategic initiatives mandated by the head office, ensuring alignment with group standards and objectives.
• Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous enhancement of corporate systems and digital platforms deployed globally by the head office.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial performance management, including the review and approval of departmental budgets and expenditures within delegated authority.
• Lead the Company's safety, quality, health, and environmental (SQHE) management programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, business partners, suppliers, government authorities, and other key stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and market expansion initiatives to support sustainable business growth.
• Drive organizational excellence through process improvement, operational efficiency, innovation, and change management initiatives.
• Lead talent development, succession planning, employee engagement, and organizational capability-building programs.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Represent the Company in dealings with customers, business partners, industry associations, and regional stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Logistics, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of managerial experience, including experience in a senior leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, financial management, business planning, operational management and logistics industry.
• Proven experience in managing multinational business operations in logistics and working with regional or global headquarters.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in both English and Japanese (spoken and written) is required to communicate effectively with the Company's head office, customers, business partners, and stakeholders in Japan.