09 - Processes & Applications Advisor

Celestica Inc.; George Town; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Special arrangements during hiring

Job summary

Celestica Inc. in Penang invites an experienced Processes & Applications Advisor to drive continuous improvement across global manufacturing sites, shaping procurement and quotation workflows.

You will lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives, run requirement-gathering workshops, architect end-to-end e-Business solutions, and partner with IT to deploy integrated applications while ensuring governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading CI initiatives in a global supply chain or systems integration environment.
• Proven ability to drive process efficiency and document best practices.
• Experience in workshops for requirements gathering and translating needs into specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead CI initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma to improve process efficiency across sites.
• Facilitate workshops to align global objectives with site workflows and translate needs into specs.
• Architect end-to-end e-Business solutions to streamline data and enable collaboration among Celestica, customers, and suppliers.
• Consult with IT to deploy integrated procurement applications and ensure compliance.
• Oversee data-monitoring governance with IT to ensure alignment with corporate frameworks.
• Advise executives on constraints, risk mitigation, and optimization plans based on data analysis.
• Develop training frameworks and certification programs for regional system rollouts.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Requirement gathering

Supply chain knowledge

Systems integration

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical modeling

Training design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, IT, Materials Management

Lean Six Sigma Black/Green belt

Job description

Date: Aug 20, 2026

Location: Penang, 07, MY

General Overview

Functional Area: SCM - Supply Chain Management
Career Stream: PAP - Processes and Applications
Role: Advisory
Job Title: Processes & Applications Advisor
Job Code: ADV-SCM-PROC
Band: Level 09
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

Lead continuous improvement (CI) initiatives utilizing Lean and Six Sigma frameworks to drive process efficiency across single or multiple manufacturing sites.

Participate in the global CI community to share insights, capture operational lessons learned, and document standardized best practices across the organization.

Facilitate requirement‑gathering workshops to align global business objectives with site‑specific manufacturing workflows and translate user needs into technical specifications.

Architect end-to-end e-Business solutions to streamline transactional data and deliver collaborative solutions between Celestica, Customer, and Supplier teams.

Consult with Information Technology (IT) partners as a designated specialist to deploy integrated business applications aligned with Celestica procurement procedures.

Oversee process governance by collaborating with IT to implement automated data‑monitoring protocols that ensure operational alignment with corporate compliance frameworks.

Advise executive leadership on systemic process constraints, risk‑mitigation strategies, and actionable optimization plans based on rigorous data analysis.

Guide and develop department business analysts to elevate technical competencies, resolve system defects, and drive independent project execution.

Develop strategic training frameworks and certification programs tailored to regional needs to ensure seamless system rollouts, specifically targeting procurement and quotation applications.

Leverage scalable training methodologies, including computer‑assisted modules, to streamline the learning process and support change‑management initiatives.

Continuous Improvement Expertise: Demonstrated command of Lean, Six Sigma, and specialized process optimization methodologies and measurement systems.

Requirement Gathering Mastery: Proven capability in leading structured discovery workshops, aligning cross‑functional stakeholders, and defining system integration criteria.

Supply Chain Domain Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of global business environments, manufacturing business operations, material planning, order entry, MRP architectures, logistics, and supply chain financial metrics.

Systems Integration Proficiency: Strong knowledge of IT concepts, complex database workflows, and integrated enterprise application design.

Cross‑Functional Leadership: Exceptional facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to resolve complex challenges through organizational influence.

Advanced Analytical Capabilities: Ability to isolate, evaluate, and resolve intricate process or system failures using financial, analytical, and statistical modeling tools.

Prioritization & Task Management: Strong capability to evaluate, prioritize, and problem‑solve a variety of complex tasks to ensure timely and accurate execution.

Instructional Design & Training: Competency in adult education techniques and instructional methodologies required to deliver technical training programs.

Typical Experience

• Six to eight years of progressive professional experience focusing heavily on continuous improvement and process optimization within a global supply chain or systems integration environment.

Typical Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Materials Management, or an equivalent combination of education and related industry experience. (Note: Educational requirements may vary by geography).

Black/ Green belt lean six sigma certification recommended.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

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