Global OE Data Research Lead

ZF Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF Group in Malaysia (PJ) seeks a Team Lead Global OE Data Research to lead the OE data generation team, align with global stakeholders, and drive standardized data processes across functions. You will plan projects, oversee timelines, and deliver insightful dashboards to senior management.

The role requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and excellent English communication, with German as a plus. Join a globally connected team in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Proven leadership with people management and development capabilities.
• Strong knowledge of the automotive industry and IAM products.
• Experience collaborating with Marketing, Sales, IT or similar.
• Strong standardization, documentation and continuous improvement skills.
• Excellent organizational and cross-regional coordination.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Fluent 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

Automotive industry knowledge

Communication

Stakeholder management

German language

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Job description

ZF Group in Malaysia (PJ) seeks a Team Lead Global OE Data Research to lead the OE data generation team, align with global stakeholders, and drive standardized data processes across functions. You will plan projects, oversee timelines, and deliver insightful dashboards to senior management.

The role requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and excellent English communication, with German as a plus. Join a globally connected team in a multicultural environment.