Business Strategy & P&L Management
- Develop medium- and long-term business strategies and market development plans for Japan, aligned with the Group’s overseas strategy.
- Set annual targets for store expansion, revenue, profitability, and KPIs.
- Lead budgeting and resource planning for the Japan business.
- Monitor business performance, identify challenges, and implement corrective actions.
- Report key performance updates and strategic recommendations to Group management.
Corporate Governance & Risk Management
- Oversee the governance and overall management of the Japan subsidiary.
- Ensure compliance with local legal, tax, labor, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and manage key business and operational risks.
- Build relationships with government authorities, industry associations, and key stakeholders.
- Ensure alignment between local regulations and Group governance standards.
Organization & Leadership
- Build and develop the Japan management organization to support business growth.
- Define organizational structure, headcount, roles, and performance frameworks.
- Lead the Japan management team and key functional leaders.
- Foster an effective local culture while balancing Japanese and Chinese business practices.
- Develop a strong, localized leadership team for long-term growth.
Strategic Partnerships & Commercial Development
- Lead negotiations with franchise partners, commercial real estate partners, and key business/supply chain partners.
- Oversee major franchise agreements, investments, and new-store expansion decisions.
- Build strategic partnerships and identify new business opportunities in Japan.
Brand, Marketing & Market Development
- Oversee brand marketing, PR, and market positioning in Japan.
- Adapt Group brand strategies to the local market while maintaining brand standards.
- Monitor market trends, competitors, and consumer behavior, particularly in hotpot and Chinese food/fast-casual segments.
- Provide market intelligence and competitive insights to Group headquarters.
China HQ & Cross-functional Coordination
- Coordinate with Group functions including Supply Chain, Quality Control, Brand, Finance, and other teams.
- Ensure effective communication between the Japan subsidiary and China headquarters.
- Localize and implement Group policies, systems, and initiatives in Japan.
- Balance Group standards with local market needs.
Scope of the Role
- Focus on overall business leadership, strategy, P&L, organization, governance, and strategic partnerships.
- Not responsible for day-to-day store operations or outlet-level execution.
- Build a scalable local management organization capable of handling daily operations.
- Requirements: Fluent in Mandarin + Japanese or English + Japanese
HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV to the consultant in charge:
E-mail: khoi.hoang@ev-search.com
All applications will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.
