Director Strategic Projects

MKS Inc.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A global supply chain firm is seeking a Director of Strategic Projects in Malaysia to lead high-impact initiatives that optimize operations and enhance supply chain efficiency. The candidate will drive strategic programs to ensure timely execution and financial savings, collaborate with senior executives, and manage large-scale projects. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and over 10 years of experience, including significant leadership roles, are required for success in this impactful position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in supply chain management, consulting, or operations.
• At least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, strategic projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact initiatives to optimize global operations.
• Define the roadmap for strategic supply chain initiatives.
• Oversee project planning, execution, and governance.
• Identify opportunities for digitalization and automation.
• Collaborate with senior executives to align strategies.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Supply chain technologies expertise

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

ERP

TMS

WMS

Advanced analytics tools

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As the Director, Strategic Projects, you will lead high-impact initiatives that transform and optimize MSD global operations and supply chain.

You Will Make an Impact by driving strategic programs that enhance efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. You 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.

Principal responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the roadmap for strategic supply chain and operations initiatives aligned with corporate goals.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver complex, multi-year programs.

Program Management

• Oversee planning, execution, and governance of strategic projects across procurement, supply chain and operations.
• 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.

Skills You Bring

• Proven track record of managing large-scale, strategic projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Expertise in supply chain technologies (ERP, TMS, WMS, advanced analytics).
• Ability to inspire, influence, and drive change across diverse teams.

Level of formal education (if needed), license/certification, etc.: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Years of job-related work experience: 10+ years in supply chain management, consulting, or operations with at least 5 years in leadership roles.