Managing Director, Asia Pacific

Career Opportunities: Managing Director, Asia Pacific (30563) Requisition ID 30563- Posted - Sales - Singapore, SG Within our Global Cheese Business – Leprino is seeking a Managing Director, Asia Pacific (based in Singapore) to lead our organization to new heights of success in the APAC region! We take pride in our commitment to growth, innovation, and collaboration, and we’re looking for someone ready to make a meaningful impact. Candidates, please note : At this time, we are not considering expats for this position. Only Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents (PR) will be considered. Thank you for your understanding. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategic and operational plans to meet regional financial goals and drive sustainable growth. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with senior leaders from key customers and prospects to identify opportunities and remove barriers to success. Lead and inspire cross-functional teams to prioritize goals, allocate resources, and deliver high-quality results that exceed expectations. Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence by mentoring team members and building their technical and leadership skills. Champion the development of innovative solutions through the Innovation Studio, ensuring alignment with customer needs and Leprino’s core competencies. Guide technical support teams to provide outstanding service and deepen their understanding of regional customer applications. Ensure the Asia Pacific team exemplifies the Leprino commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction. Act as a trusted liaison between the Asia Pacific team and corporate stakeholders in the USA and Europe, ensuring seamless communication and alignment. Proactively adapt strategies and approaches to address changing market conditions and regional demands. You Have At Least (Required Qualifications): 5+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams within Asia Pacific while coordinating with headquarters on another continent. 12+ years of commercial experience in the APAC region. 10+ years of experience in leadership and people development. We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications): A master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field. Proven experience leading customer-centric teams with a strong focus on innovation and technical excellence. Prior experience in B2B food ingredient sales, particularly in dairy or cheese products, with a strong understanding of the APAC market dynamics and customer needs. A history of building collaborative relationships and driving progress in complex global environments. A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another. Our Story: Leprino’s history dates back to the 1950s, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a #J-18808-Ljbffr