Job description.
Our client is a U.S.-based global leader in the restaurant industry, dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience through innovative leadership and strategic partnerships. They are currently seeking a Business Director to oversee and lead their operations in various markets across Asia Pacific.
About the Role
You will be responsible for leading the brand's development across four markets across Asia. You will manage relationships with key partners, ensuring the brand operates to the highest standards across 50+ locations with growth potential up to 100 locations and HKD 780M - 1.17B in sales. Your role includes overseeing marketing, real estate, operations, and IT, as well as driving innovation and growth.
Key responsibilities
Qualifications
About the Role
You will be responsible for leading the brand's development across four markets across Asia. You will manage relationships with key partners, ensuring the brand operates to the highest standards across 50+ locations with growth potential up to 100 locations and HKD 780M - 1.17B in sales. Your role includes overseeing marketing, real estate, operations, and IT, as well as driving innovation and growth.
Key responsibilities
- Operational & Marketing Management: Lead monthly partner QBRs, manage operational dashboards, and review weekly project management tasks (25%)
- Regional leadership: Oversee critical control points in real estate, operations, marketing, and IT functions across China and Southeast Asia (25%)
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborative with internal and external stakeholders to drive the company's strategic goals in partnership with licensed businesses (20%)
- Innovation and Growth: Spearhead innovation initiatives with licensed partners to continuously evolve the business model and expand brand presence (10%)
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field. Preferably with advanced experience in a hospitality-related field.
- Experience: 8-10 years of experience in a progressive restaurant or hospitality company, with 4-6 years of supervisory experience.
- Skills: Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and project management software. Preferably with proven track record in P&L management, business acumen, and strategic development of licensed partnerships.
- Additional: international licensing experience and executive reporting knowledge are highly desirable.
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