Global OE Data Research Lead

ZF SALES AND SERVICE (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF SALES AND SERVICE (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Team Lead for Global OE Data Research to drive data generation and governance for the IAM segment.

You will lead a cross-regional team, plan milestones, coordinate with Marketing, Sales and IT, and deliver accurate OE data aligned with Aftermarket priorities, while championing standardization and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, with extended subject-specific specialization.
• Strong leadership experience with proven people management, coaching, and performance development capabilities.
• Solid knowledge of the automotive industry and Independent Aftermarket (IAM) products.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Sales, Category Management, IT, or similar functions.
• Strong methodological skills in standardization, process documentation, and continuous improvement.
• High organizational and coordination competence, especially in international and cross-regional team environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in professional English; German language skills are an advantage

Responsibilities

• Lead the global OE data generation team to deliver accurate, efficient, and scalable OE data aligned with ZF Aftermarket priorities
• Act as the primary interface between global stakeholders and the OE data team, ensuring alignment on business needs and expectations
• Plan, assign, and manage tasks, projects, and priorities across the team to ensure timely and high-quality delivery
• Drive standardization, best practices, and continuous improvement for OE data collection, validation, and maintenance
• Lead project planning, define milestones, and monitor timelines for OE data-related operational initiatives
• Analyze workload capacity and resource needs, identifying opportunities for process efficiency and optimization
• Prepare and present regular status updates, dashboards, and insights to senior management and stakeholders

Skills

Leadership

People management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Job description

ZF SALES AND SERVICE (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Team Lead for Global OE Data Research to drive data generation and governance for the IAM segment.

You will lead a cross-regional team, plan milestones, coordinate with Marketing, Sales and IT, and deliver accurate OE data aligned with Aftermarket priorities, while championing standardization and continuous improvement.