APAC ROC-UP Project Manager

GN ReSound (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kulai; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee detailed project plans, manage risks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Project Management or related fields, with 5-10 years of experience in project management and proven expertise in digitalisation/automation projects. This role requires excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, along with a continuous improvement mindset to enhance project delivery.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of business/project management experience.
• Experience in digitalisation/automation implementations within manufacturing or supply-chain environments.
• Documented experience as a Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement detailed project plans, including schedules and budgets.
• Monitor project progress and identify operational problems.
• Lead project risk management and maintain risk registers.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline

Master’s degree in relevant field

Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

MS Project

Project Management Software

Job description

Design, communicate and implement detailed project plans, including schedules, budgets, resource plans and success criteria.

Monitor project progress and performance; identify and drive resolution of operational problems to protect the project triangle (scope/time/cost).

Lead project risk management and change control processes; maintain project risk registers and mitigation plans.

Identify, source and coordinate internal and external resources and suppliers (including contractors) required for project delivery.

Liaise with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Procurement, QA, IT, Local Site Management) to secure contributions and ensure integration.

Plan and run regular project governance meetings; prepare and distribute status reports, KPI updates and executive summaries to stakeholders.

Set priorities and coordinate tasks across project team members and third parties to meet milestones and deliverables.

Ensure compliance with local regulations, site safety and GN regulations during project execution.

Support lessons-learned capture and continuous improvement initiatives across the APAC programme.

Coordinate with regulatory agencies (e.g., DOE, DOSH, BOMBA) to ensure compliance and obtain certificates if needed.

To continuously contribute, develop and implement ideas that improve performance.

Ensure implementation and adherence to Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures by applying to areas of responsibility.

THE PERSON

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline.

Master’s degree in relevant field. Six Sigma Black Belt.

Documented experience as a Project Manager, or 5–10 years of business/project management experience.

Experience delivering projects in a cross-functional operational environment (engineering/production/IT).

Experience in digitalisation/automation implementations within manufacturing or supply-chain environments.

Prior experience working in APAC and with multicultural stakeholders.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENT

Proven experience with risk & change management.

Experience with digitalisation and automation projects preferred.

Proficiency in MS tools and project tools and familiarity with vendor/contractor management.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

Stakeholder management and influencing skills across functions and levels.

Clear communicator (written and verbal) and effective meeting facilitator.

Problem solver with pragmatic decision‑making and drive for delivery.

Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

Company Overview

GN brings people closer through our leading intelligent hearing, audio, video, and gaming solutions. Inspired by people and driven by innovation, we deliver technologies that enhance the senses of hearing and sight. We help people with hearing loss overcome real-life challenges, improve communication and collaboration for businesses, and provide great experiences for audio and gaming enthusiasts.

GN was founded more than 155 years ago with a vision to connect the world. Today, inspired by our strong heritage, GN touches more lives than ever with our unique expertise and the broadest portfolio of products and services in our history – bringing people closer to what is important to them.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a project manager?
• How many years of project management experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have with project planning and scheduling?
• How many years' experience do you have with change management?