General Manager – Zhejiang
Company:
Joint Venture – US Manufacturing Company
Overview:
DaCare Executive Search is the leading recruitment firm specializing in Mainland China automotive job opportunities. www.dacare.com
The General Manager is responsible for establishing and leading the business JV in China, which has been created by the combined efforts of our client and the Chinese group. The General Manager (GM) will lead all business aspects of the JV, including strategy, sales and marketing, operations, finance and human resources. This includes developing and implementing high quality, “best cost” manufacturing, materials and logistics strategies, and building and leading the team to sustain world-class performance.
• Actively lead and manage the establishment of the JV operations to ensure successful performance Safety, Quality, Deliver and Cost (SQDC) and growth from Day 1
• Structure and manage the key executive positions (Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Quality) to ensure the business is staffed properly to meet all stakeholder requirements
• Customer Management—build and maintain close working relationships with the key commercial vehicle and engine manufacturers in China
• Ensure that proper reporting and communication processes are in place to keep the JV Board of Directors and company leadership informed about the performance and state of the business.
• Staff with the appropriate talent to create a strong business in terms of financial performance, SQDC and growth
• Provide leadership and on-site support to ensure China manufacturing facility is established on-time and on-budget to meet customer and business plan objectives
• Meet financial targets as designated in the White Paper and/or Budget
• Develop a sales and marketing plan to expand the market share and penetration of engine and driveline brakes in China in accordance with White Paper projections.
the person:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations or Business required.
• MBA or Masters desirable
• Requires a minimum of 7-10 years of progressive operations/engineering experience, with 2-3 years experience with a U.S. industrial company
• The incumbent should have a solid leadership track record along with a proven history of identifying and implementing process improvements.
• The incumbent must possess outstanding organizational skills, detail orientation, interpersonal, teamwork, project management and presentation skills.
• Travel – approximately 25%.
• Position based in Zhe Jiang Province China.
location: Zhejiang Province; China
start date: ASAP
please send your cover letter and resume to topjob_eos001@dacare.com