Managing Director (Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia & Laos)

Managing Director (Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia & Laos) Company: Boeing Vietnam Company Limited The Boeing Global (BG) organization is responsible for leading the development and execution of enterprise-wide global, country, and regional strategies, in close coordination with the business and functional leaders.  It also takes the lead on international government relations, providing direction and management of the company’s interface activity with foreign governments and officials, industry leaders, policy and academic institutions in all areas of aerospace industry and related activities.  It provides guidance and coordination of enterprise-wide countries and regional strategies and policies to promote Boeing’s international business activities.  Boeing Southeast Asia is looking for a Managing Director (Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia & Laos) to join the Boeing Global (BG) team. Based in Hanoi, Vietnam or Bangkok, Thailand, the role will work to establish and implement the company’s regional strategic vision for the four countries within the portfolio.

Responsibilities This role reports to the President of Boeing Southeast Asia and Taiwan. The Managing Director leads (and supports where appropriate) the government relations of Boeing in Vietnam, Thailand, Laos and Cambodia. He / She coordinates and collaborates with the business units, functions and other company entities (subsidiaries, joint ventures, etc.) to achieve their strategic goals and business objectives. The incumbent will leverage regional global resources, knowledge, and stakeholder relationships to expand their in-market presence and strengthen Boeing's competitive position in these countries. The person will seek to leverage intellectual, industrial, and financial capabilities.  In particular, the role will include the following duties, in accordance with Company objectives, policies and procedures and the laws and business regulations of the U.S. and the host country: Acts as a focal point for Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia & Laos and works closely across the Boeing enterprise to ensure an integrated approach to supporting growth in these countries. In close coordination with the President, Southeast Asia, helps develop the country strategies to address to business opportunities, issues, strategic choices and ways to meet business objectives. Supports (or leads, as appropriate) on the implementation of enterprise and business initiatives. Actively supports Company efforts to enhance aviation safety, capacity and efficiency in these countries. Acts as leader of the Vietnam Office and Boeing Global point of contact for site issues – including office planning; entity management responsibilities, staff engagements, budget management and governance. Drives functional integration (leading where appropriate). Leads (or supports, as appropriate) all government relations activities in Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia & Laos together with the SE Asia Government Relations team. Identifies critical local government stakeholders, develops and maintains relationships with them. Supports senior Boeing executives in gaining access to government officials and coordinates visits and briefings for Company leaders in these countries Develops and strengthens relationships with all stakeholders, including country level and regional organizations (eg. The ASEAN Secretariat), business associations and community partners.  Strengthens Boeing’s presence, stakeholder perceptions, and corporate brand. Positions the company as an integral part of the local ecosystems. Where appropriate, serves as company spokesperson to the media and to other external audiences. Regularly interfaces with Boeing Business Units to enable an integrated approach to business, knowledge of key business, campaigns and partnership activities.  Although not directly accountable for profit/loss, Country Leader’s support to the Business Units will be provided in the spirit of working together as