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Level 26, Menara 3, Petronas

AI Venture Builder — Global Commercial & Digital Transformation Leader

Malaysia

  • Job TypePermanent
  • Pay1 Million - 2 Million
  • Reference4242624

Board‑Ready | P&L Ownership | AI‑Enabled Growth | Global Scale

A seasoned global executive with over two decades of leadership experience across APAC, Europe, and the Americas, specializing in commercial transformation, digital platforms, AI‑driven growth, and ecosystem partnerships. This leader has successfully scaled businesses from early-stage innovation through enterprise-level global operations, holding full P&L accountability and leading large, multicultural teams across complex, regulated, and high‑growth environments.

Recognized for operating effectively at the intersection of strategy, technology, and revenue, the executive consistently delivers sustainable growth, operating leverage, and organizational transformation.

Core Leadership Value Proposition 

Enterprise Leadership & Results

  • Proven track record owning and scaling global commercial engines across multiple regions simultaneously
  • Deep experience driving Go‑To‑Market transformation, including shifts from direct sales to partner‑led and ecosystem models
  • Strong governance mindset with board‑level exposure, risk management, and capital‑efficient scaling

Digital, AI & Platform Transformation

  • Executive sponsor for AI‑enabled business transformation, spanning GTM strategy, risk assessment, pricing, financing, and operations
  • Hands‑on leadership across digital commerce platforms, SaaS, subscriptions, fintech, and enterprise software
  • Trusted advisor to AI‑first organizations, supporting monetization strategy, partnerships, and ecosystem design

General Management & P&L Excellence

  • Full ownership of multi‑market P&Ls, including sales, marketing, partnerships, and revenue operations
  • Demonstrated ability to balance top‑line acceleration with margin discipline and cost optimization
  • Experience launching and scaling operations in both developed and emerging markets

People, Culture & Operating Model

  • Builder of nonperforming global leadership teams, often in periods of rapid growth or turnaround
  • Known for collaborative, cross‑cultural leadership, coaching senior leaders and future executives
  • Designs scalable operating models across B2B, B2B2C, SaaS, and platform ecosystems


Ideal Mandates

  • AI Venture Builder
  • Chief Commercial Officer / Chief Growth Officer
  • Regional CEO / Managing Director (APAC, EMEA, Global)
  • General Manager – Platforms, Fintech, Digital Commerce, AI‑Enabled Businesses
  • Board Advisor or Operating Partner for PE / VC‑Backed Growth Companies

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