Group IT Senior Manager / Manager

EP Manufacturing Berhad; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

EP Manufacturing Berhad is seeking an experienced IT leader to head Group IT operations. You will be responsible for IT governance, security, and audit compliance across the group, overseeing software, systems, networks, and hardware. A hands-on leader will optimize teams and manage budgets and vendors.

You should have a degree in IT or CS with 10+ years in IT, including 5+ years in management, and strong ERP/network/ security expertise. Willingness to travel to group sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
• More than 10 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Proven track record in resolving IT audit issues and implementing IT controls.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, network infrastructure and IT security.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group IT function and be fully accountable for IT governance, security and audit compliance.
• Oversee all Group software, systems, network and hardware.
• Review IT manpower and optimize team structure and capability.
• Prepare annual IT budget and manage vendors, contracts and projects.
• Travel to Group sites, including Melaka, as required.

Skills

Leadership

IT governance

IT security

Network infra

Data protection

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Hands-on

Willing to travel

Education

Degree in IT or CS

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

EP Manufacturing Bhd (EPMB) is a Bursa Malaysia-listed automotive component manufacturing group with operations across Malaysia. We are strengthening our IT function and are looking for an experienced IT leader to head Group IT operations.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Head of Department on a daily basis you will lead the Group IT function and be fully accountable for IT governance, security and audit compliance across all EPMB Group entities.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all Group software, systems, network and hardware.

Review IT manpower and assess each team member's strengths then recommend improvements to the team structure.

Report daily to the Head of Department on IT operations, issues and progress.

Communicate with clients on IT matters, including system integration, data exchange and technical requirements.

Set IT audit findings and report progress to Management and the Board.

Develop and enforce IT policies, standards and controls.

Own IT security, data protection, backup and the Disaster Recovery Plan.

Prepare the annual IT budget, manage vendors, contracts and IT projects.

Requirements

Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.

More than 10 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.

Proven track record in resolving IT audit issues and implementing IT controls.

Strong knowledge of ERP systems, network infrastructure and IT security.

Can-do attitude, with the willingness to be hands‑on and do the work, not only manage.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to deal with clients and present to senior management.

Strong leadership skills.

Willing to travel to Group sites, including Melaka.

Experience in automotive or manufacturing is an added avantage.