Managing Director, APAC – Animal Feed

Location: Singapore

Reports to: Group CEO / Executive Vice President, Animal Nutrition – Europe Headquarters

Function: Executive Leadership / Regional P&L

Position Overview

The Managing Director, APAC – Animal Feed will lead the strategic and operational growth of the company's animal feed business across the Asia-Pacific region. Reporting directly to the Group CEO in Europe, this role carries full P&L accountability and is responsible for executing the company's global strategy regionally ensuring sustainable growth, operational excellence, and brand leadership in key Asian markets.

The position requires a seasoned executive with a strong background in agribusiness or animal nutrition, a deep understanding of the APAC market landscape, and the ability to bridge European corporate values with regional market realities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Translate the global corporate strategy into a clear regional business plan with measurable growth objectives.
Identify and prioritize key markets, partnerships, and investment opportunities to expand the company's footprint.
Provide strategic insights to the European headquarters on emerging market trends, customer needs, and regulatory changes.

Commercial Growth

Lead all sales, marketing, and business development initiatives to achieve top-line growth and market share targets.
Drive customer-centric innovation in feed solutions tailored to regional species, production systems, and nutritional needs.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and local authorities.

Operational & Financial Management

Oversee regional operations, including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and safety standards consistent with European benchmarks.
Manage full P&L accountability and deliver sustainable profitability through efficient cost control and margin optimization.
Ensure all business activities meet corporate governance, compliance, and sustainability standards.

Leadership & Organizational Development

Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing regional leadership team capable of scaling the business.
Foster collaboration between APAC teams and European headquarters, promoting open communication and shared values.
Lead by example, upholding the company's ethical, safety, and sustainability commitments.

Stakeholder Engagement

Represent the company externally with regulators, trade associations, and industry partners.
Act as the regional ambassador for the company's European heritage, values, and quality promise.
Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, supply chain, and marketing teams to ensure alignment of global and local initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Master's degree in Business Administration, Animal Science, Agriculture, or related discipline.
Experience: Minimum 15 years in agribusiness or animal feed/nutrition, with at least 8 years in senior regional or general management roles.
Proven experience in leading multi-country operations within APAC for a European or global company.
Strong commercial acumen with hands-on experience in feed formulation, livestock systems, and market development.
Demonstrated success in managing P&L and delivering sustained profitable growth.
Cross-cultural leadership skills and the ability to align European business standards with local execution.
Excellent communication skills in English; additional Asian or European languages are a plus.

Managing Director, APAC Animal Feed