IT Innovation Manager

Etika Group of Companies; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Malaysia is seeking an IT Innovation Manager to lead digital transformation initiatives. This role involves developing and executing the IT innovation strategy while fostering a culture of innovation. The ideal candidate has a background in IT, proven experience in managing technology solutions, and strong communication skills. The position offers opportunities to work in a fast-paced environment focused on enhancing operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in IT or digital transformation.
• Proven experience managing multiple vendors and internal teams.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English required.

Responsibilities

• Drive digital innovation and transformation across the organization.
• Develop and execute IT innovation strategy.
• Collaborate with teams to identify innovation opportunities.

Skills

Business domain knowledge

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Self-driven

Change champion

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Computer Science/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Low/no code platforms

Automation platforms

RPA

AI

Job description

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The IT Innovation Manager drives digital innovation and transformation across the organization by identifying, evaluating, and implementing emerging technologies and innovative IT solutions especially in the area Process Automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI). This role works closely with cross‑functional teams to align innovation initiatives with business goals, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer and user experiences.

Accountabilities

• Lead the development and execution of the organization’s IT innovation strategy.
• Research, assess, and pilot emerging technologies (e.g., AI, automation) relevant to the organization.
• Collaborate with business units, IT, and external partners to identify innovation opportunities and define solution requirements.
• Evaluate new tools, platforms, or vendors, and oversee the implementation of selected solutions.
• Execute and deliver the innovation initiative to successful go live and drive user adoption.
• Own the technology / solution and drive organizational wide adoption.
• Foster a culture of innovation across the company through workshops, ideation sessions, and innovation challenges.
• Track and report on innovation KPIs, project ROI, and business impact.
• Monitor industry trends and competitors to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of technological advancement.

Measurements

• Lead and drive implementation and adoption of innovative solution within the organization.
• Find opportunities to improve efficiency and productivity via the adoption of innovative solutions within the organization.Proactively learn and keep abreast of rapid changes in technology, developing in‑depth knowledge in the areas of assigned responsibilities.
• Actively act as a change champion to drive organizational and user adoption of emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science/Accounting/Finance or equivalence.
• Minimum 8 years of IT working experience in IT, digital transformation or innovation role.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in fast moving consumer good (FMCG) industry but can be waived for candidate exhibiting strong desire to learn and be super self‑motivated.
• Demonstrate business domain knowledge in one or more of these areas: Financials/Controlling, Order-to-Cash, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Cross‑Functional Integration.
• Familiarity with low / no code platform, automation platform, RPA, AI, etc.
• Proven experience in managing multiple vendors and internal team.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Preferably certified in PMP, Agile or equivalence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong facilitation, influencing and stakeholder management skills at multiple levels within the organization (vertically and horizontally).
• Independent and self‑driven to achieve results.
• Works well with high volume of work and within fast‑moving environments.
• Not afraid to speak up and stand up for the overall good.

Application Process

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

About Etika

Etika is the only fully integrated Halal beverage company to offer all categories of beverages in the Malaysian market across 18 brands, making us a one‑stop beverage partner of choice.

Our vision – “Happiness Made Simple” – is established to attract, engage, develop, and reward our talents to deliver cohesive organizational objectives and high performance.

We are honoured to have won the following awards: 2019 Human Resources Excellence Awards (Silver / Bronze); 2019 Asia Recruitment Awards (Silver); 2019‑2020 Employer Branding Awards (Asia’s Best Employer Brand & Best Employee Referral Program).