Associate Manager/Manager, Strategic Projects

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking an Assoc. Mgr./Mgr., Strategic Projects to lead high-impact initiatives transforming MSD global operations and supply chain.

You will partner with regional and global leadership to ensure programs are delivered on time, on cost, and deliver targeted savings. The role emphasizes data analytics and exploring digital supply chain tools across planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years in supply chain, consulting, or operations.
• Proven track record of leading large supply chain/procurement projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, modelling and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with LEAN/Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and governance of strategic projects across procurement, supply chain and manufacturing operations (global network optimization).
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement through data analytics and LEAN.
• Establish KPIs and track performance to ensure project success.
• Identify opportunities for digitalization, automation, and advanced analytics in supply chain processes; drive adoption of new technologies.

Skills

Strategy

Program Mgmt

Data analytics

Stakeholder mgmt

LEAN/Six Sigma

Digitalization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Business/Engineering

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

ERP

TMS

WMS

AI tools

Advanced analytics

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS: The Assoc. Mgr./ Mgr., Strategic Projects will support and lead high-impact initiatives that transform and optimize MSD global operations and supply chain. This role is responsible for driving strategic programs that enhance efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. This person will partner with regional and global leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure programs are executed on time/on cost and deliver targeted financial savings. The role will also involve data analytics and require exploring digital supply chain tools. In this role, you will report to the Director, Strategic projects

You Will Make an Impact By:

Program Management & Analytics

Oversee planning, execution, and governance of strategic projects across procurement, supply chain and manufacturing operations (including global network optimization)

Identify new opportunities in cost reduction, process improvement through data analytics and LEAN

Establish KPIs and track performance to ensure project success.

Innovation & Transformation

Identify opportunities for digitalization, automation, and advanced analytics in supply chain processes.

Drive adoption of emerging technologies and best practices.

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with senior executives and external partners to align strategies and deliver results.

Communicate project outcomes and recommendations to leadership.

Risk & Compliance

Assess supply chain & operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Ensure compliance with global trade regulations and sustainability standards

Travel Requirements:

Given the global nature of this role, international travel may be required based on project needs

Skills You bring:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred

Experience

5+ years in supply chain management, consulting, or operations

Skills

Proven track record of managing large supply chain/procurement projects. Strong analytical, problem-solving, modelling and decision-making abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience in supply chain technologies (ERP, TMS, WMS, AI tools, advanced analytics) Experience with LEAN/ Six Sigma

Leadership

Ability to inspire, influence, and drive change across diverse teams

Supervisory Scope

• Reporting Relationships: Individual contributor
• Stakeholders: Operation directors, procurement directors, Sales, Finance

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Office working with visits to manufacturing locations when required

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

Reasonable Accommodation

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail] .

Job Application Instructions

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Company Culture and Values

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path.

Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.

Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology. MKS Inc enables technologies that transform our world.

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