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Please refer to our website for more information on Popsical. Country Manager Job Summary: We are currently seeking an adaptable, successful, and experienced Country Manager as we increase our market share overseas. In this role, you will be responsible for the success of our expansion into a foreign market (Malaysia)—overseeing all aspects of the business. In order to succeed in this position, you need to be highly driven, have a desire to build a business from the ground up, a passion for learning and the ability to utilize and leverage local business knowledge, contacts and opportunities. Country Manager Duties and Responsibilities: • Manage every aspect of our newly expanding operation in Malaysia • Recruit the most efficient and valuable talent in this new market • Negotiate with vendors and service providers needed for specific operations • Collaborate with local businesses to acquire all necessary resources and services • Conduct extensive research regarding the market and execute necessary steps for expansion • Develop marketing and operations teams with local expertise • Collaborate with leadership to strategize how best to roll out product line and operations • Become a continuous student of the culture, remaining aware of customs and way of life and business always • Synthesize monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on progress and development • Network effectively with local clients and develop strong professional relationships • Work to ensure deadlines are met and budgets are maintained • Adapt the business model to be culturally relevant without losing its identity • Mentor direct reports, especially in regard to our values and vision • Develop a successful commercial development strategy for the country. • Coordinate and develop all departments and ensures operational and strategic goals are achieved. • Coordinate the logistics operations, including warehousing activities. • Work alongside Business Development Strategist on both new business and current accounts through market feedback, research and findings to create growth in sales. • Represent the company externally with government, statutory/regulatory bodies and business partners/allies. • Develop and implement internal systems for logistics, commercial and financial information flows in cooperation with headquarters. Country Manager Requirements and Qualifications: • Master’s degree, MBA preferred, or Bachelors in relevant field • 2 to 3 years’ or more experience in management in international business setting • Significant experience in the finance and marketing fields strongly preferred • Dynamic personality that can inspire and manage a team successfully • Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia • Experience living overseas or have global connections and understanding • Exceptionally well organized and driven by success • Ability to thrive in high-pressure situations • Outstanding negotiating skills • Analytical thinker with superior problem solving skills • Solid history of data-driven strategic development • Decisive and committed to adding value • A natural leader who inspires and motivates those around them