This job has expired, please see additional jobs below
Associate Director – Design Consulting, Asia Pacific(Based in Hongkong)
Kohler
Hong Kong, , Hong Kong
Job Details - this job has expired, please see similar jobs below
Associate Director – Design Consulting, K&B Asia Pacific(Based in Hongkong)
BASIC FUNCTION
Regional leader with responsibility for driving strategic business planning and execution of design consulting initiatives in Kohler Asia Pacific region (excluding China and India). Accountable for the design consulting team management in the Asia Pacific region. Responsible for developing and implementing short term plans and long term strategies for design consulting team, consistent with the strategic objectives of K&B Asia Pacific.
General responsibilities include leading the design consulting team to maintain a close relationship with key architectural and design firms and coordinate our sales efforts in the Asia Pacific region; partner with these global firms to introduce KOHLER, Kallista, Karat and Englefield brands, get them specified, and grow our business in the Asian region. Fulfill sales target within assigned region.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for planning and directing the region’s short and long-term design consulting programs.
• Lead the design consulting team to establish and maintain regular contact with key global / local architectural/design firms as well as international hotel operators to introduce new products, assist in selecting and developing product specification proposals.
• Oversees the coordination between the Asian offices of our global architect/designer customers, as well as international hotel chains and our own sales force regionally.
• Build personal relationships and trust with principals and management of key architectural/design firms and international hotel chain operators, especially in regional design hubs in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand and Australia
• Establish relationships within Kohler Co.’s K & B international divisions and work together to ensure our clients from design community get world class service and support.
• Direct the team to build a database of global/local architects/designers with offices in Asia
• Be an expert in international design trends and specification.
• Lead and coach the team to build trust and rapport with international clients to create economic partnership.
• Lead the team to research key firms and secure meetings with each office to analyze their business.
• Lead the team to support project sales to fulfill sales target in the Asia Pacific region.
Skills/Requirements
• At least 7 years of relevant working experience in design consulting scopes, with regional management exposure.
• A Bachelor’s degree in design, interior design background and experience would be an added asset. Require good business acumen to understand and handle the different business conditions.
• Strong leadership, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, conversant in working cross-culturally.
• Self driven, self disciplined, and goal-oriented.
Why Work at Kohler Co.?
Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.
In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
About Us
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohler.com.
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.