Develop and implement the strategy of the operations and other functions of Braking represented in the region. Has regional P&L responsibility.

Provides direction and leadership in the development and communication of regional goals & policies; delegates authority to ensure that corporate values, and culture support the Braking’s long-term business goals and effective utilization of human resources.

Provides leadership and set standards for performance in all areas of the regional organization; periodically review reports on department performance and key business indicators.

Directs and participates in the business planning process for future development and growth of the business; periodically presents such plans for general review and approval.

Participates in the development of business opportunities and operational strategies to maximize growth and profitability, expand market penetration and accomplish missions’ set. Prepare and present operating and capital expenditure budgets to the upper management for approval.

Continually seek improved methods with a view to reduce costs, optimize service level and reduce operational risk.

Represents the company as appropriate in its relationships with major customers, suppliers, competitors, government agencies, etc.

An undergraduate degree is required, ideally in Industrial Engineering or similar technical discipline. An MBA or similar advanced degree is advantageous.Experience Required.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Track record in managing a P&L in automotive industry. Experience in managing business of multisite operations and a track record of growing OE sales.

Demonstrated good leadership and general management skills with functional strength in manufacturing operations and supply and a record of delivering growth.

Results oriented and drive for the excellence. Leading change and championing the need and business case for change.

Decisive and has the effective decision making skills. Possess excellent skill in problem-solving and crisis management; not afraid to make negative decisions and take tough action

Good understanding and implementation of Quality Systems including Environmental standards.

Possess strong customer and commercial skills. Has well-established network in the automotive industry in China. Has prior experience in winning business from international and local automotive customers.

Matured, pro-active and dynamic individual equipped with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to align regional growth strategies with global senior management team.

A team player with strong leadership capability, analytical ability, planning and organizing skills. Good people management skill in developing a positive working environment where employees are motivated with team spirit.

Be able to adapt to varying time constraints, resource levels and organizational situations.

High degree of credibility, professional competency and personal integrity.

LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS:

Understanding the Business

Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills needed to do the job; understands various types of business propositions and understands how businesses operate in general; learns new methods and technologies easily.

Making Complex Decisions

Can solve even the toughest and most complex of problems; great at gleaning meaning from whatever data is available; is a quick study of the new and different; adds personal wisdom and experience to come to the best conclusion and solution, given the situation; uses multiple problem-solving tools and techniques.

Getting Work Done Through Others

Manages people well; gets the most and best out of the people he/she has; sets and communicates guiding goals; measures accomplishments, holds people accountable, and gives useful feedback; delegates and develops; keeps people informed; provides coaching for today and for the future.

Evaluating and Deploying People Accurately

Reads people accurately; can diagnose strengths, weaknesses, and potential; knows what skills are required to fill a job or role; hires the best.

Focusing on Action and Outcomes

Attacks everything with drive and energy with an eye on the bottom line; not afraid to initiate action before all the facts are known; drives to finish everything he/she starts.

Being Organizationally Savvy

Maneuvers well to get things done; maze bright; knows where to go to get what he/she needs; politically aware and agile; knows the right thing to do; presents views and arguments well.

Managing Diverse Relationships

Relates well to a wide variety of diverse styles, types, and classes; open to differences; effective up, down, sideways, inside, and outside; builds diverse networks; quick to find common ground; treats differences fairly and equitably; treats everyone as a preferred customer.