Job Description:
Strategic Coordination & Communication:
* Serve as the primary point of contact between the GM and local departments, ensuring clear and timely flow of directives, feedback, and updates.
* Facilitate cross-cultural communication to mitigate misunderstandings and align local execution with HQ strategies.
Project & Operational Support:
* Track critical path milestones for factory setup (permits, equipment installation, recruitment) and report progress to the GM.
* Prepare briefing documents, presentations, and data analysis for GM’s decision-making.
Local Team Integration:
* Coordinate onboarding/training programs for local staff to instill company values and operational standards.
* Organize cross-functional meetings to resolve bottlenecks and drive collaboration.
External Stakeholder Engagement:
* Assist the GM in liaising with local government agencies, suppliers, and community partners.
* Manage logistics for HQ delegations visiting the factory site.
Administrative Leadership:
* Oversee the GM’s schedule, prioritize meetings, and manage confidential documents.
* Anticipate operational risks and propose proactive solutions.
Qualification:
* Cross-Cultural Fluency
* Fluent Portuguese and Chinese (written & spoken) with proven ability to mediate communication between HQ, expatriate leadership, and local teams.
* Project Experience in Industrial Setup
* 3+ years supporting C-suite/GM-level executives;
priority given to candidates with manufacturing plant launch/expansion experience overseas.
* Executive Support Excellence
* Expertise in complex calendar management, executive briefing preparation (PPT/Excel), and handling confidential data.
* Operational & Risk Management
* Ability to track critical path milestones (permits, equipment procurement), anticipate risks (e.G., compliance, downtime), and drive solutions.
* Local Stakeholder Engagement
* Experience liaising with local authorities, suppliers, and communities;
understanding of regional labor/industrial regulations.
* Resilience & Initiative
* Thrives in high-pressure startup environments;
proactively identifies and resolves operational/cultural conflicts.