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Senior Manager, Engineering Program

Johor Permanent MYR15,000 - MYR20,000 per month (MYR180,000 - MYR240,000 per year) View Job Description
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with customer expectations and business objectives. The successful candidate will drive cross-functional teams, manage program risks and resources, and oversee multiple complex engineering and manufacturing programs from project award through production ramp-up.
  • Great opportunity for growth.
  • Attractive package and benefits.

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector in Johor.

Job Description

  • Serve as the key point of contact between customers and internal stakeholders for NPI programs and projects.
  • Develop, execute, and monitor detailed project and program plans to ensure successful delivery.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while maintaining comprehensive documentation and reporting.
  • Manage project schedules, milestones, and phase-gate requirements to achieve business and customer objectives.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Monitor project scope, performance, costs, timelines, and technical feasibility.
  • Lead multiple high-profile and complex engineering programs simultaneously.
  • Facilitate program kick-offs, establish governance structures, and drive regular project review meetings.
  • Influence stakeholders and collaborate with global teams to achieve strategic business goals.
  • Drive process improvements, business transformation initiatives, and product lifecycle changes.
  • Coach and develop program team members while fostering cross-functional collaboration.
  • Oversee program budgets, resource allocation, revenue forecasting, and cost management.
  • Manage project interdependencies and align deliverables with overall program outcomes.
  • Ensure achievement of key program targets including cost, quality, schedule, supply continuity, and customer-specific requirements.
  • Lead departmental planning, set performance objectives, and monitor achievement of KPIs.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Manager, Engineering Program/Project Management should have:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in project management, program management, manufacturing, or related industries.
  • Strong end-to-end NPI project management and program management expertise.
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain management, and production readiness processes.
  • Experience managing projects from customer award through BOM setup, supply chain readiness, and production launch.
  • Strong knowledge of project planning tools, scheduling methodologies, issue tracking, and risk management practices.
  • Understanding of product costing, pricing structures, contractual agreements, and commercial negotiations.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, customer engagement, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
  • Strong communication, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong command of written and spoken English.
  • PMP certification is an added advantage.



What's on Offer

  • Permanent employment contract.
  • Salary of MYR 15,000 to MYR 20,000.
  • Opportunity to join an MNC.



Apply to be considered for this Senior Manager, Engineering Program/Project Management role in Johor.

Contact
Ezra Lee
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7142496
Phone number
+60 3 2302 4139

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Project / Programme Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Johor
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ezra Lee
Consultant contact
+60 3 2302 4139
Job Reference
JN-112026-7142496

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