Position Objective:
This is a new position focused on expanding the Chamber’s membership and to further grow the reach of the Chamber in and around Shanghai. The Member Relations Manager will work closely with the Executive Director and Head of Marketing & Events to acquire more members. Another task involves the renewal of existing memberships in collaboration with the Finance Manager.

Key role and responsibilities:

• Contact Swiss, Chinese and other companies in Shanghai
• Work closely with the office team to leverage the Chamber’s existing services to grow the membership
• Attend events and meetings to promote the Chamber and its services in Shanghai
• Create reports for the office team and Board of Directors

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 1-2 years in business development or sales roles
• Experience in sales process development and tracking
• Independent and self-starter
• Excellent customer service skills
• Chinese national with fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English

Compensation and Benefits:

• Fixed salary with commission and bonus scheme
• Social insurance and benefits as specified under the Chinese labor law
• Opportunity to interact with top executives of local and multinational companies
• Working with a young, dynamic, multilingual and multicultural team

How to apply:

• Send your resume with photo, application letter and salary expectation to recruiting@sha.swisscham.org

Starting Date:

• As soon as possible

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Moore – MS Advisory is looking for a new Associate to join their team in Shanghai!

The job responsibilities include the following:

Marketing

• Create marketing material, content and support marketing campaigns in cooperation with our team.
• Generate and maintain a pipeline of relevant topics for marketing campaigns and publications.
• Research relevant topics for foreign companies doing business in China.
• Design, review and create company publications and promotional materials.
• Managing website and social media platforms.

Business development

• Maintain business development-, CRM- and on-going projects database.
• Plan and organize business development activities.
• Responsible for developing new business, via existing clients, prospects or attending business events.

Project Management

• Support clients on subjects related to doing business in China, considering the international context.
• Organize, draft and distribute the annual survey.
• Support on set up and management of internal processes.
• Perform any ad-hoc projects as requested by Management.
• Gain an in-depth understanding about the financial services industry in China and develop the professional skills and capabilities to be able to advise international clients on accounting, tax and company formation matters in China.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Tax, or Accounting;
• 2 year’s work experience or graduated from Chinese University; eligible for work permit requirements of China (Shanghai). Currently based in China, preferably in Shanghai.
• Team player and highly adaptable working in a cross-cultural environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Business level fluency in English is a must; Business level fluency in Dutch, French, German or any other European language is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Access)

ABOUT US

Moore is a Global Accountancy and Consulting network with headquarters in London. The group is the 10th largest accounting and consulting network worldwide, with a group revenue of US$ 3.06 billion and a presence in 112 countries.

MS Advisory is a financial advisory firm, which is part of Moore Belgium and a member of the Moore Global network. Our mission is to provide a full range of financial services to foreign enterprises active in China and Hong Kong, where we focus on delivering transparency, compliance and sustainability to businesses. Since 2011, we have supported foreign enterprises across all provinces of Mainland China and Hong Kong with Accounting, Tax, Compliance and Corporate Services.

In this role you will support the team with its mission to provide a full range of financial services to the subsidiaries of foreign enterprises in China by advising on Accounting, Tax and Compliance as well as Company formation and Company restructuring.

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Are you ambitious to learn and do you want to further develop yourself within a team of Chinese and international consultants in China? Then please send your resume and cover letter to Brian Blömer via brian.blomer@msadvisory.com

Company Introduction:

At Lindt & Sprüngli, we enchant the world with Chocolate. We are the Swiss chocolate manufacturer and recognized as a global leader in the market for premium chocolate, offering a large selection of products around the world. During the past 175 years, Lindt & Sprüngli has become known as one of the most innovative and creative companies making premium chocolate under the key brand Lindt.

Globally, quality chocolate from Lindt & Sprüngli is distributed in more than 120 countries via own subsidiaries, regional offices, via an extensive global network of distributors as well as in more than 460 own shops. With over 14,500 employees, Lindt & Sprüngli Group reported sales worth CHF 4.509 billion / CNY 34.3 billion in 2019.

Lindt chocolates are known worldwide for their incomparable, unique taste and fine melting texture. From smooth melting Lindor, to the thin, refined elegance of an Excellence bar and from the iconic Lindt Gold Bunny, to exquisite praline masterpieces, Lindt Maîtres Chocolatiers take pride in creating a chocolate experience like no other.

Lindt & Sprüngli (China) Ltd. was set up in 2012 in Shanghai as a distribution company. With Lindt China’s on-going outstanding sales growth in the high double-digits, this is an exciting time to join our company as we are further accelerating the success story over the next years. High performing, entrepreneurial, result driven and passionate employees are key success factors for Lindt & Sprüngli and we are warmly welcoming ambitious talents to join us.

Job Description Summary:

This is a new position that was created to support the on-going fast growth of the business with profound analytics and process understanding that provide the foundation for smart decision making on a Senior Management level. This role is highly visible as it is creating a real and active partnership with both commercial operations and management.

As an Assistant Manager- Commercial FP&A, it is about supporting the whole business to raise standards in key decision areas as well as taking a forward-looking and commercial view. Therefore, this role will be highly dynamic and focused on various projects.

In this position you will act as a sparring partner to the Commercial Finance Manager and support various projects with your analytical capabilities and business understanding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commercial Finance Partnering
  • Partner with the commercial team to collaborate on all financial aspects of Customer Management including but not limited to Gross to Net Sales Planning, trade activity pre and post audits and profitability analysis.
  • Analyze trade spend efficiency and ROI on planned events, and partner with Key Account Managers to improve profitability and trade efficiency.
  • Understand and explain the key drivers and risks / opportunities that impact the business.
• Commercial Reporting & Insights
  • Partner with commercial teams to develop fully aligned trade promotion budgets and customer allocations, with ongoing reporting and re-balancing of trade funds
  • Prepare and analyze major customer contribution statements and present findings to the commercial team and upper management on a regular basis.
  • Provide commercial insights and cause of change analysis to management
• Strategic Planning and Business Modeling
  • Participate in the Budget and monthly sales forecasting and ordering process. Compile information from Sales Managers, Supply Chain as well as market trends and consolidate into a reliable sales forecast.
  • Create and maintain business models, scenario analysis and identify opportunities for improvements
  • Provide insights and sound advice through financial forecasting and strategic analysis.

Personal Characteristics:

• Profound analytical and strategic thinking combined with attention to detail.
• Entrepreneurial personality that likes to work in a start-up environment and with the willingness to implement and develop best practice solutions (tools, processes, controls).
• Intellectually curious and able to diplomatically challenge the status quo.
• High energy level and strong work ethic.
• Solution- and results driven “can-do” mentality and demonstrate a desire to operate in a dynamic environment

and you live up with our company values:

• Excellence:                       You have passion for what you are doing and strive for excellence.
• Innovation:                        You are constantly looking for new and better ways to deliver success.
• Entrepreneurship:             You are empowered and accountable for your actions and results.
• Responsibility:                  You act with integrity and treat everyone with respect.
• Collaboration:                   You support your colleagues across disciplines, business segments and geographies.

Qualifications and Competencies required:

• 4-6 years of work experience in Management Accounting, Controlling or as Business Analyst – preferably with a Consumer Goods company – is essential.
• Excellent analytical and financial modeling skills applying strategic thinking as well as a good attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present information to key stakeholders in an effective way.
• Good time management skills, ability to prioritize workload and ability to work to strict reporting deadlines.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Business Objects, SAP, Excel VBA and Cognos experience is a plus.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.

Required Education:

• Master’s degree in Finance or related field (Accounting, Controlling, Economics, Business Administration).
• CPA, CFA or CMA diploma.

What Lindt China offers:

• A young and highly passionate team that is eager to make LINDT the preferred premium chocolate in China;
• A start-up environment with a flat organization and an entrepreneurial mindset where YOU can decide;
• A steep learning curve with the option of an international career within the Lindt Group;
• Central and modern office location in Downtown Shanghai with straight subway link (L+mall, Line 2 / 9);
• Generous annual leave days, additional medical coverage and many other exciting benefits
  • Birthday and public holiday benefit;
  • Yearly company travel;
  • Staff sales;
  • Many other exciting benefits.

How to apply:
Please send us your resume in English, including photo, to Hermione Zhang hr.chn@lindt.com
Your qualifications and background will be reviewed by our HR Department and we will contact candidates who meet the requirements.

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