Associate Director, Asset & Capex Management APAC

Brenntag; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in supply chain solutions is seeking a project leader to manage large-scale projects across the APAC region. This role involves overseeing project execution, leveraging strong leadership and financial skills, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure project success. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, extensive experience in capital project management, and be able to work in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

Travel opportunities

Collaborative multicultural environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in capital project management.
• Proven track record in managing large projects (>€2M).
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain projects over €2M across the APAC region.
• Supervise projects below €2M, driving successful outcomes.
• Compile and promote best practices for safety and efficiency.

Skills

Project management skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Financial management skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Summary

This role is to lead and oversee supply chain projects to be implemented in the APAC region, including but not limited to steering project execution (>€2M), controlling project activities, and providing support at country and local levels. The position acts as a docking point and interface between the COE and regions, requiring strong leadership, project management skills, and technical expertise in asset and capex management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Act as project leader for supply chain projects exceeding €2M across the APAC region, establishing project management methodologies, managing tools, budgets, and processes to ensure efficient execution and delivery.
2. Supervise and support other projects below €2M through collaboration with country and local project teams to drive successful outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives.
3. Conduct regular reviews of capex projects to identify risks, issues, and opportunities for improvement. Develop relationships with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to support project execution and mitigate risks.
4. Compile and promote best practices from various plant operations to support safety, quality, and efficiency improvements. Assist in developing and implementing maintenance plans.
5. Prepare and present periodic reports to senior management on project status, progress, spending, and performance.
6. Support equipment integrity and engineering controls related to process safety at the regional level.
7. Assist in the scale-up of new products and coordinate with business units for project evaluations.
8. Develop a 5-year capacity planning strategy aligned with Brenntag Essential's business strategies.
9. Drive and facilitate Lean Six Sigma initiatives across the region.
10. Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in capital project management, asset management, or related fields, with a proven track record managing large-scale projects (>€2M).
• Strong financial skills for managing budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills for stakeholder collaboration.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for data-driven decisions and continuous improvement.
• Effective project management skills to handle multiple projects and priorities.
• Good command of English; fluency in Chinese is a plus.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and collaborate across geographies.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Brenntag TA Team