CANON SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
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Job Title : Executive Director
Location : 438A Alexandra Road, #06-10, Alexandra Technopark, Singapore 119967
Working Hours : 8:30am to 5.30pmMon-Fri, except PH
Employment Type : Full-Time
About the Company
Join Canon Singapore, the regional headquarters for South and Southeast Asia, where innovation meets purpose. As a globally recognized leader in imaging and digital solutions, Canon offers exciting opportunities for growth, collaboration, and professional development. Guided by its Kyosei philosophy, Canon fosters an inclusive and dynamic workplace where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on customers, communities, and the future of technology
Position Overview
The incumbent leads regional business growth, strategic planning, and market expansion initiatives across South and Southeast Asia. The role is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, driving strategic projects, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and ensuring alignment between regional operations and headquarters in Japan. The incumbent will also provide leadership to cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting the achievement of long-term business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Market Development & Strategic Planning
- Lead market research, competitive analysis, and business assessments to identify growth opportunities and emerging market trends.
- Develop and drive market expansion strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
- Evaluate potential business opportunities, partnerships, investments, and market entry initiatives.
- Build and maintain relationships with key customers, distributors, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders.
Business Implementation & Project Leadership
- Lead and oversee regional business development projects and market expansion initiatives.
- Ensure projects are executed effectively while meeting strategic objectives, timelines, and budget requirements.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support operational readiness and successful implementation.
- Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
Headquarters Coordination & Stakeholder Management
- Act as a key liaison between regional operations and headquarters in Japan.
- Ensure timely reporting of business performance, market developments, opportunities, and risks.
- Facilitate effective communication and alignment between headquarters and local organizations.
- Support the implementation of corporate policies, strategic initiatives, and governance requirements.
Leadership & Organizational Development
- Provide leadership and direction to managers and project teams.
- Develop organizational capabilities and promote a high-performance culture.
- Mentor and coach team members to strengthen leadership capabilities and succession readiness.
- Foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across functions and regions.
Requirements
Education & Qualifications
- At least a bachelor’s degree in Humanities, or a related field is required
Skills & Competencies
- Minimum25 years of experience in business development, strategic planning, enterprise sales, or related functions.
- Minimum20 years of experience in product business management and market expansion activities.
- Minimum15 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and complex business initiatives.
- Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of regional market dynamics and industry trends.
- Excellent strategic planning and project management capabilities.
- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to lead diverse teams.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication in both English & Japanese as this role will need to liaise frequently with head office in Japan
- Ability to build effective relationships with headquarters, business partners, and senior stakeholders
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration package
- Medical and insurance coverage
- Flexible work arrangements (where applicable)
- Learning and development opportunities
- Employee wellness programmes
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated resume stating their current and expected salary, notice period, and contact details.
Application Deadline: 30 days
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