Position 1
Title: Associate Strategy Director
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario
Our client is one of the largest comprehensive branding consultancies in the world, specializing in the management, strategy, analytics, promotion, valuation, and design of branding services.
Key Responsibilities:
In essence, the main orientation of this Associate Strategy Director is to lead the strategy team in understanding theirclients’ branding needs, and creating and implementing strategic branding recommendations. In particular, this role needs to:
1. Lead project teams in analyzing strategy planning issues and developing strategic thinking, brand strategies andmarketing plans.
2. Translate brand strategies into creative marketing recommendations and ensure the quality of all strategy deliverables.
3. Lead, guide and mentor the strategy team to achieve knowledge building and best practice objectives and manage resources and day-to-day client relationships in delivering the best results.
Top 3 Requirements:
The ideal candidate should have:
1. 8+ years branding/marketing experiences from management consulting firms, market research firms, 4A agencies, or in-house branding are highly preferred.
2. Big picture thinker with attention to details, strong people management skills, strong analytical thinking approaches and skills, data interpretation, and presentation and writing capabilities in Chinese and English.
3. Bachelor degree in a business and communication related major; MBA/Master degree is a plus.
Special Requirements:
1. Candidate must have strong passion about brands
2. Strong team-building and leadership skills required
Position 2
Title:Tools & Equipments Purchasing Deputy Director
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario
Our client is one of the world’s leading automotive equipment suppliers, specializing in four major vehicle systems: Seating, Interiors, Exteriors, Emissions Control system.
Key Responsibilities:
In essence, the main orientation of this Tools & Equipments Purchasing Deputy Director is to make strategies, lead and mentor his team, develop partnership with suppliers to support company’s business expansion target.
In particular, the main responsibilities of this position are to:
1. Analyze business trends, elaborate, formulate and implement Global strategies within the given perimeter
2. Identify and execute levers for cost reduction through panel management
3. Management by monitoring : develop evidence of performance model
4. Secure the Gross Margin level on tooling
5. Adapt the supplier panel footprint to the BG strategy (offshoring, sourcing in Asia) and adapt the T&E organization and resources accordingly
6. Develop a real partnership and lead negotiations with the supplier panel
7. Discuss the general agreements concerning the biggest suppliers (payment terms, yearly bonus,..)
8. Coach and mentore the team
9. Team work with Engineering (PoC) and Manufacturing
10. Reprentative of the T&E commodity for some events and workshops
Top 3 Requirements:
The ideal candidate should have:
1. At least 15 years work experience, automotive industry background ,in plastic part would be a plus, product/process/program experience acquired through Engineering, plant experience is a plus
2. Bachelor degree, with Engineering related major, MBA is a plus
3. Ability to interface effectively with cross functionnal teams, in a matrix and worldwide organization, decisive, cost conscious achiever with a consistent record of meeting established goals, relationship management skills with proven strong leadership ability
4. Results oriented with strong written and oral communications skills, can speak fluent English
Special Requirements:
1. International mindset, overseas experience is a plus.
Position 3
Title: China Sales Head
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario
Our client is an independent joint venture automotive company with an initial registered capital of RMB 3.4 billion.
Key Responsibilities:
In essence, the main focus/orientation of this China Sales Head role is to developing and implementing strategic plans to expand the wholesale and retail sales through authorized dealer network in China. In particular, this role will be responsible for:
? Be responsible for implementation of Dealer/Distribution Network Management structure in China; develop, and implement strategic plans to ensure optimal market coverage and maximum performance of the dealer network.
? Set annual retail and wholesale target for responsible 4S dealers and monitor fulfillment status.
? Develop and manage national dealer network to ensure the company's short and long term objectives are met.
Top 3 Requirements:
? Minimum 10 years sales experience in automotive industry.
? Knowledge of market and service structure in Chinese vehicle environment.
? Proven track record in strong abilities to manage a team of people.
Special Requirements:
? Bachelor degree (MBA or equivalent work experience preferred)
? Understanding of marketing concepts and application in the automotive environment.
? Great communication and presentation skills and fluent English (written and spoken).
Position 4
Title: Regional HR Director
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario
Our client is FTSE 100 company in U.K. As a leader in sustainable technologies, many of the group’s products enhance the quality of life of millions through their beneficial impact on the environment, human health and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
The position is primarily responsible for control, develop, implement HR policies, programmes and system for the Asian Region as it pertains to Human Resources activities within the group/pision. Provide management guidance to site HR managers within the region.
l Recommend and ensure the implementation of Human Resources policies, programmes, procedures through local Human Resources Managers. Monitor administration to established standards and procedures.
l Recommend and maintain an organizational structure and staffing levels to accomplish company goals and objectives.
l Recommend and deliver training and organizational development plan to meet personal, professional and organizational needs of company employees. Guide and ensure Human Resources Managers on those programmes.
l Evaluate and recommend improvements/changes to benefit programmes, especially new benefits aimed at employee satisfaction and retention.
l Oversee compensation programmes to ensure regulatory compliance and competitive salary levels.
l Coordinate the administration and negotiation of expatriate contracts.
l Oversee and manage the work of reporting local Human Resources Managers. Encourage the ongoing development of the Human Resources Managers.
Key Requirements:
l Education: Bachelor degree or above
l Knowledge:
? Broad knowledge in overall provision of Human Resources activities;
? General knowledge of various employment laws and practices.
l Skills and Abilities:
? Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication and coaching skills;
? Excellent organization skills;
? Ability to lead, motivate and develop the Human Resources Team.
l Relevant Experience:
? 5-7 years experience in the Human Resources Management;
? Experience in the administration of such as benefits and compensation programmes and other Human Resources programmes.
l Others: Understanding of Asian culture; practice of a high level of confidentiality.
Position 5
Title: General Manager
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario
Our client is a persified US manufacturing company. It segmented into 5 business groups, each serving and being the largest manufacturer in specific markets.
Key Responsibilities:
l Provide leadership, strategic direction, and coordination for all manufacturing and administrative activities including Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain/Logistics and Human Resources.
l Ensure consistent management of costs and the development / execution of process improvements in manufacturing productivity and effectiveness.
l Manage and assure processes for lean manufacturing techniques, quality, cost reduction, complete and on-time delivery, safety and customer satisfaction.
l Manage and oversee production operations and departments and resolve operational, manufacturing, and facility problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays and to meet future growth objectives.
l Oversee Engineering Manager and engineering department activities. Assure current or new technology is utilized for new or existing products to meet goals for cost reduction, safety, customer satisfaction and market growth.
l Maintain customer interface and build customer rapport with domestic Chinese customers to assure effective negotiations, problem resolution and relationship management.
l Assures and provides key metrics and business status information to US based Management team on a regular basis.
l Assure the analysis, development and implementation of process changes, quality controls and corrective actions as needed.
l Promote a workplace that has a strong emphasis on safety, health and environmental compliance; encourage total employee involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.
l Implement appropriate HR strategies and actions to recruit and retain a qualified and motivated workforce.
Key Requirements:
The ideal candidate should have:
l Above 5 years of plant or general management experience in a metals manufacturing environment with a proven track record of improving manufacturing processes and reductions in cost.
l Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques with knowledge of budgets and financial statements is highly preferred.
l Solid manufacturing and sourcing experience, background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures required.
l Proficient English skills in both oral and written.
Position 6
Title: Head of Customer Quality
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario
Our client is an independent joint venture automotive company with an initial registered capital of RMB 3.4 billion.
About the Position:
Define, develop and lead the customer Quality Area as part of Quality department. Establish all relevant functions which are evaluating customer perception on Quality and Quality performance of product in order to measure results and generate input for new programs and drive the continuous improvement process for current programs.
Key Responsibilities:
l Lead the establishment of the Quality System and the documentation. Coordinate the input with all the departments. Lead the certification activities. Implement relevant actions to maintain and improve the quality system;
l Establish the vehicle quality feedback process for vehicles in customer hands. Drive the improvements into the vehicles with all included departments;
l Establish an internal test and evaluation process for vehicles to reflect customers requirement as an internal measure to maximize our customer’s acceptance and appreciation;
l Establish the feedback loop on customer satisfaction according to all relevant measuring methods, like J.D.Power, NCBS.etc Drive the continuous improvement process. Develop and establish a process to predict customer’s satisfaction according to all relevant different measuring and comparison;
l Develop in close cooperation with Sales/Aftersales the service quality concept and lead the process in execution;
l Benchmark competition and establish customer’s perceived quality requirement. Actively work with styling and engineering to include these into new program definitions. Lead the approval process for serial parts approval with regard to look, touch and smell;
l Responsible for target achievement of all customer related metrics (warranty, customer satisfaction, etc.)
Requirements:
l Expatriate preferred – local talents to be reviewed;
l European product calibration on perceived quality;
l 10-15 years of total professional experience in different quality function (or quality functions with Aftersales) of a major Automobile Company;
l Ideally cross functional experience with OEM (Purchasing, Engineering, and Manufacturing);
l Has to be familiar with automotive benchmark processes within his different roles and responsibilities for the company;
l Need to develop an own vision on defining his/her customer quality area according to the company’s business model;
l Familiar with different global markets and its customer’s requirements and perception of Vehicle Quality;
l Key character attributes: Customer oriented, team oriented, open-minded, flexible thinking, structured working approach, excellent analytical capability, strong communications.
Position 7
Title: Assistant Manager, Publication and External Communication
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario:
Our client is a Fortune 500 and world-leading German chemical company. The company's portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance chemicals, agricultural products and fine chemicals to petrol oil and natural gas.
Key Responsibilities:
In essence, the main orientation of this role is to analyze customer experience on internet and build ecosystem roadmap to implementation. The main responsibilities are as follows:
1. Corporate communication strategy development:
-Contribute to the corporate communications strategy in Greater China with focus on publications and external communications; implement related activities and monitor the results.
-Develop company publications concepts in Greater China including the annual report and company publication and other format of external publications.
2. Stake holder and vendor relation management:
-Establish and maintain favorable relations with internal customers including functional units, business units in Greater China to ensure generation of high quality stories.
-Establish and maintain favorable relations with external partners as potential contributors for corporate publications
-Develop, maintain and ensure supply of accurate official corporate information for all internal and external partners, including but not limited to updating corporate information and backgrounders, develop speeches and letters, provide internet and intranet contents and updating COM glossary.
-Manage external agencies and monitor their performance.
3. Support corporate events and external communications when necessary.
Top 3 Requirements:
1. Bachelor degree above in relevant areas (e.g. communications, journalism, English) – candidates with extensive experience in communications and publications with degrees in other disciplines will be considered as well.
2. 6-8 years working experience with at least 3 years in publications development and external communications – candidates with less experience but with potential will be considered as Executive.
3. Have tracked experience in publication development.
Special Requirements:
1. Ability to work independently.
2. Good interpersonal communication skills.
3. Excellent writing skills in both English and Chinese.
4. Creative, flexible and accountable.
5. Experience in layout or graphic design is a plus.
Position 8
Title: Executive Assistant
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario
Our client is a leading American-based international audio and infotainment equipment company.
Key Responsibilities:
In essence, the main orientation of this EA role is to provide daily executive and administrative support to Senior Executive, organize and coordinate relative business efficiently both internally and externally.
In particular, the main responsibilities of this position are to:
l In charge of daily executive and administrative business of Asia GM on schedule planning, including calendar management, meeting arrangement, travel accommodation and transportation arrangement, expense reimbursement and etc;
l Act as a key internal and external coordinate role between Asia GM and other parts of the organization as well as external parties and agencies;
l Responsible for compiling various monthly or annual reports, especially for sales reports, and accomplish other tasks assigned by Senior Executive.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate should have:
l Bachelor degree or above, 4+ years experience as a Senior Executive assistant in MNC, familiar with sales and marketing function is highly preferred.
l Strong business sense and judgment skill, with mature status to work with C-level Executives.
l Excellent communication skills in both English and Mandarin.
Special Requirements:
l Energetic, presentable and proactive.
l Strong presentation skills with PPT application.
Position 9
Title: Open Innovation Development Manager (prefer candidates from strategy consulting industry)
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario:
Our client is one of the world’s leading automotive equipment suppliers, specializing in four major vehicle systems: Seating, Interiors, Exteriors, Emissions Control system.
Key Responsibilities:
In essence, the main orientation of this Open Innovation Development Manager role is to build partnerships with advanced technology partners, and identify new technology business opportunities. In particular, the main responsibilities of this position are to:
1. Develop and manage relationships with university research labs, startup companies, existing suppliers, venture capital community, etc., to collaborate together exploring new technologies that fit the strategic goals of the company.
2. Select and identify new business development opportunities through the use of business assessment/market research models.
3. Provide project leadership for new market initiatives, which may include initiating proposals, negotiating contracts, leveraging internal market intelligence process, etc..
Top 3 Requirements:
The ideal candidate should have:
1. 5-7 years working experience in business strategy consulting firms (highly preferred), or in product marketing, new product development, business development, or partnership development in automotive industry or a tier one automotive supplier.
2. Very high level presentation and communication skills
3. Exceptional Mandarin and English language fluency (speaking, reading, and writing)
Special Requirements:
1. Bachelors degree in business, economics, marketing or a technical field. MBA degree preferred.
2. Knowledge of market research methodologies and competitor analysis
3. Solid project management skills
Position 10
Title: 资深业务分析(Sr. Manager Level)
Location: Shanghai
Company Scenario
公司目前是中国最大的消费指南类网站。从2006年至今每年获得中国“最具投资价值企业50强”。
Key Responsibilities:
1. 收集竞争对手和市场数据，协助公司规划长期的战略方向；和Business Intelligence团队紧密合作，保证财务分析数据的准确性和及时性。
2. 负责公司在中国的业务分析并按需求建立或优化财务/数据/业务分析模型，建立业务部门KPI，帮助业务部门优化管理
3. 整理分析销售数据，帮助公司建立合理的预测模型；
Requirements:
1、 5-8年大型企业业务分析经验，消费行业或互联网企业经验优先考虑
2、 有相对的财务背景，MBA 优先。
3、 关注细节，把握宏观，有很强的数据分析和建模或优化能力(财务分析模型和预算模型)
4、 能熟练使用EXCEL和POWERPOINT，有其他分析软件经验的也可。
Position 11
Title: Director of Human Resources Assets
Location: Beijing
Company Scenario
Our client is non-profit educational organization taking a unique approach to eliminating educational inequity in China.
Key Responsibilities:
In essence, This role is primarily a HRD positions, the main task is to manage all aspects of human assets, detailed responsibilities are as following：
1)Create human assets strategies and philosophy related to staff recruitment, engagement, retention, development and evaluation, and ensure their implementation, manage human assets day-to-day operations;
2) Oversee all aspects of talent recruitment and selection, provide guidance on attracting and developing key staff;
3)Design and operationalize organization-wide and role-specific learning and development programs and tools to ensure staff development ; manage and improve employee onboarding processes;
4) Manage employee engagement and employment operations, ensure the company's practices align with US and Chinese labor laws and other related laws and regulations, build relationships and contracts with external parties to provide various staff member services.
Top 3 Requirements:
1) Bachelor degree or above, at least 7 years human resource experiences with 3 years or above team management experience , familiarity and experience with non-profits or NGOs;
2) Sound and solid full function experience, with proven effectiveness in leading and managing human assets or other similar team, experience working within a high-growth environment, or a new project;
3) Humble, empathetic “team player “with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, fluency in both Chinese and English .
If anyone is interested in the position, please send CV tocqiu@wang-li.com .