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Thomas Jang is a seasoned executive with a proven track record of driving business growth and strategic direction in the Asia-Pacific region. As Area Sales Director Asia at Oberalp Group, he oversees the distribution of outdoor and sports products across 10 markets, including Hong Kong, South Korea, and Southeast Asia. Prior to this role, Thomas held senior positions at DAINESE S.p.A., 2XU, and Oberalp Group Spa, where he successfully defined and achieved sales budgets, managed retail operations, and provided leadership to distribution teams. Thomas holds an MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School and a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising and Advertising Marketing Communication from the Fashion Institute of Technology. He is fluent in English, Korean, and has limited working proficiency in Chinese and Italian. Thomas's expertise spans sales budget management, retail operations, team leadership, and strategic direction, making him a valuable asset to any organization. With over 10 years of experience in the industry, Thomas has developed a deep understanding of the Asia-Pacific market and has a proven ability to drive business results through effective leadership and strategic planning.

Experience

    • Italy
    • Sporting Goods Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Area Sales Director Asia
      • Apr 2024 - Present

    • Senior License & Area Manager Asia
      • Aug 2021 - Apr 2024

      Responsible for overseeing the distribution of Oberalp Group's outdoor and sports products, including brands such as SALEWA, DYNAFIT, WILD COUNTRY, EVOLV, and LAMUNT, across 10 markets, which include Hong Kong, South Korea, China, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia.Instrumental in defining the strategic direction and managing the licensing and wholesale operations throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

  • DAINESE S.p.A.
    • Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
    • Senior Area Manager APAC
      • Sep 2019 - May 2021
      • Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

      Sales Budget Management: Successfully defined, achieved, and monitored monthly, seasonal, and annual sales budgets, totalling US$10 million for both retail and wholesale channels, covering Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, India, Nepal, and Bangladesh) and North Asia (Korea).Retail Store Operations: Effectively managed and supervised retail store operations to meet long-term strategic and financial objectives by implementing retail strategies and distribution policies.Team Leadership: Provided strong leadership by leading, training, coaching, and motivating distribution teams across different countries in Asia, with a focus on ensuring succession planning.

  • 2XU
    • Hong Kong
    • Business Development Manager in North Asia
      • Jul 2017 - Jul 2019
      • Hong Kong

      Sales Budget Management: Skillfully defined, achieved, and monitored monthly, seasonal, and annual sales budgets, totaling US$4 million for both retail and wholesale channels, covering the North Asia region (Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Korea, Japan, and Macau).Retail & Wholesale Development: Provided vital support and assistance in the establishment and growth of retail stores and wholesale accounts within the North Asia region.

    • License Manager Asia
      • Jun 2012 - Jun 2017
      • Hong Kong

      License & Wholesale Strategy: Spearheaded the formulation of strategy and effective management of the licensing and wholesale business in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.

  • K2
    • Seoul, South Korea
    • Product Manager
      • Jul 2011 - Jun 2012
      • Seoul, South Korea

  • Shinsegae
    • Seoul, South Korea
    • Buyer
      • Jun 2009 - Jun 2011
      • Seoul, South Korea

  • Kolon Sports(Kolon Inc)
    • Seoul, South Korea
    • Product Merchandiser
      • Aug 2008 - Jul 2009
      • Seoul, South Korea

  • Against All Odds
    • New Jesrsey, NJ
    • Assistant Buyer
      • Apr 2006 - May 2008
      • New Jesrsey, NJ

Education

  • 2021 - 2023
    Alliance Manchester Business School
    Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
  • 2003 - 2006
    Fashion Institute of Technology
    Bachelor's degree, Fashion Merchandising and Advertising Marketing Communication
  • 2001 - 2003
    Peralta Community College
    International Trade and Economic

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