Manager Technical Services 1

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking an Innovation Center Manager and Technical Service Manager to lead the Performance Materials innovation function in Malaysia. You will drive product development, technical service excellence, and innovation strategy in alignment with business goals.

You will manage the InnoC budget, supervise a technical service team, and co-visit key customers to provide tailored solutions. Strong English, leadership, and lab expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology or related field and relevant work experience.
• 5–8 years in a similar role in the food ingredients or related industry.
• 2–3 years of experience in a managerial capacity leading technical teams.
• Strong B2B commercial acumen with a technical and solution-oriented approach to customer engagement.
• Working knowledge of the food industry, food products, and related market dynamics.
• Knowledge and practical experience in food ingredients, additives, and flavours across diverse applications.
• Knowledge of food processing techniques and application development.
• Familiarity with scientific, chemical, and laboratory methods relevant to food formulation and testing.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with proven problem-solving capability.
• Ability to analyze data, conduct market research, and produce clear testing reports and presentations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operating Innovation Center (InnoC) budget and costs in accordance with annual allocation.
• Monitor product formulation guidelines and procedures to drive improvements and cost reductions.
• Oversee formulation across lab-scale and pilot-scale testing for reliable outcomes.
• Lead product development projects for efficient resource planning and on-time delivery.
• Compile and review latest product trends and development processes for improvements.
• Manage technical training programs for the sales team to strengthen capabilities.
• Ensure lab equipment maintenance and safety protocol adherence for compliance.
• Co-visit key customers with the sales team to provide expert technical advice.
• Manage library of ingredient and flavour samples for external sampling and studies.
• Oversee the technical service team's performance and productivity.
• Lead R&D learning and development to achieve business objectives.

Skills

B2B acumen

Data analysis

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

English fluency

Excel

PowerPoint

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Technology

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Food processing equipment

Laboratory testing instruments

Job description

The Innovation Center Manager and Technical Service Manager leads DKSH's Performance Materials innovation function within the Food and Beverage Ingredients business line in Malaysia, driving product development, technical service excellence, and innovation strategy in alignment with business objectives. This role is pivotal in shaping DKSH's value proposition to customers through applied food science expertise, technical consultancy, and effective management of the Innovation Center.

What You Will Deliver

• Manage the operating Innovation Center (InnoC) budget and costs in accordance with annual allocation to ensure efficient and responsible use of resources
• Monitor product formulation guidelines and procedure compliance to drive improvements in existing products, reduce costs, enhance performance, and simplify manufacturing processes
• Manage product formulation across laboratory-scale and pilot-scale testing to deliver reliable and high-quality technical outcomes for customers
• Drive the implementation of product development projects to ensure efficient resource planning and on-time delivery against project schedules
• Compile and review the latest product trends, ingredients, and new development processes to identify and capture product improvement opportunities
• Manage technical training programs for the sales team to strengthen their technical capabilities and deepen product knowledge
• Ensure laboratory equipment maintenance and safety protocol adherence so that all product designs consistently meet safety and regulatory requirements
• Co-visit key customers alongside the sales team to provide expert technical advice and tailored solutions that address specific customer needs
• Manage the library of ingredient and flavour samples to support external sampling activities and internal application studies
• Manage and oversee the technical service team's performance and productivity, driving execution against business goals and market expectations
• Lead the learning and development of the team in Research and Analysis to achieve the business line's objectives and build long-term capability

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology or a related field, with proven working experience
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in a similar role within the food ingredients or related industry
• Minimum 2 to 3 years of experience in a managerial capacity leading technical teams
• Strong business-to-business (B2B) commercial acumen with a technical and solution-oriented approach to customer engagement
• Working knowledge of the food industry, food products, and related market dynamics
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with food ingredients, additives, and flavours across diverse applications
• Knowledge and practical experience in food processing techniques and application development
• Familiarity with scientific, chemical, and laboratory methods relevant to food formulation and testing
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with proven problem-solving capability
• Ability to analyze data, conduct market research, and produce clear testing reports and presentations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Why Join DKSH

At DKSH, we help companies grow in Asia and enable people to perform at their best. You will be part of an organization that values accountability, collaboration, and long-term partnerships. We offer a dynamic environment where your contributions are visible and where you can build a meaningful career in Innovation and Technical Service.

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DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For nearly 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and

distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our

Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver

sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and

people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly

listed and operates in 36 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over

29,000 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2023.

DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For nearly 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and

distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our

Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver

sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and

people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly

listed and operates in 36 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over

29,000 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2023.

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