Country Director, Thailand

Who are we?

Here at Nothing, we're building a world where tech is fun again. Remember a time where every new product made you excited? We're bringing that back. To get there we're gathering the creative and the curious. Those that are passionate enough to question the old and embrace the new. In return, you'll be part of a movement. Contributing to a global ecosystem of products that bring joy to people's lives.

Nothing's debut smartphone, Phone (1), earned Time Magazine’s prestigious Best Inventions for Innovative Smartphone Design award. Through cutting-edge design and user interface innovation, the London-based company is creating an alternative ecosystem of tech products for the young and creative.

In 2023, the company launched Phone (2) to wide acclaim from its community, the media, and design enthusiasts, and in 2024, Nothing launched its CMF Phone 1, and Nothing Phone (2a) Series, with both receiving an overwhelmingly positive reception.

To date, Nothing has sold more than 7 million units worldwide across its product lines, having released five audio products, five smartphones, and two smart wearables under the Nothing and CMF by Nothing brands. The company has amassed a cumulative revenue of $1 billion.

All products are developed in close collaboration with the Nothing Community, which includes over 8,000 private investors and are crafted with sustainability at the forefront.

Nothing is a UK-based privately held company with backing from GV (formerly Google Ventures), EQT Ventures, C Ventures and other private investors including Tony Fadell (Principal at Future Shape & inventor of the iPod), Casey Neistat (YouTube personality and Co-founder of Beme), Kevin Lin (Co-founder of Twitch) and Steve Huffman (Co-founder and CEO of Reddit).

If that sounds like something you'd like to be part of, read on...

Position Overview

As the Country Director for Nothing Thailand, you will be the strategic and operational leader responsible for establishing and expanding our presence in the Thai market. You will be part of the founding team in Thailand and this role encompasses full P&L responsibility, team leadership, market development, and alignment with global strategies to drive exponential growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive country strategy that aligns with Nothing's global vision and objectives.
• Operational Management: Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness across all departments, including sales, marketing, customer service, and retail.
• Team Building: Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Market Expansion: Identify and capitalize on market opportunities to increase brand awareness and market share in Thailand.
• Financial Oversight: Manage the country's P&L, budgeting, and financial reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility and profitability.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including partners, customers, government agencies, and the media.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all operations comply with local laws and regulations, and proactively manage risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in senior management roles within the consumer technology or related industries.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling business operations in Thailand or SEA.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of marketing to younger generations and an international mindset.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Fluent in Thai and English, both written and spoken.