Project Manager, Growth Markets

Boston Scientific Medical Device (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical devices company is seeking a Program Manager in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This role involves managing end-to-end programs, ensuring successful project execution, and leading stakeholders through change management. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in business or a related field and at least six years of experience in project and change management. Strong skills in communication, resource management, and budget management are essential. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project and change management.
• Demonstrated experience in leading end-to-end program delivery.
• Ability to work across different time zones and occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end program management from initiation to closure.
• Develop project plans and lead teams in execution.
• Define stakeholder communication plans and engage stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Resource Management

Budget Management

Quality Assurance

Communication Skills

Change Management

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

PMP Certification

Change Management certification

Agile certification

Tools

PPT

Excel

Word

Project

Job description

PURPOSE

As a Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and driving complex end-to-end programs for Boston Scientific Asia Pacific. This multifaceted position requires a strategic thinker with excellent organizational, planning, influencing, and communication skills. The primary focus of this role is to ensure the successful execution of programs from initiation to completion, with a specific emphasis on change management to facilitate organizational adaptation.

This role will also lead other strategic initiatives and support leadership team when needs arise.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project management:

• Work closely with stakeholders to develop sound businesses case for decision including project objectives, deliverables and success criteria. Possess business knowledge, able to lead content creation.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, stakeholder analysis, communication and resource requirements.
• Lead the planning, execution, and closure of end-to-end programs, driving to meet timelines and overall program objectives. Lead a workstream as appropriate
• Define training and performance support schedule and manage the design and delivery of training programs by project subject matter experts / process specialists.
• Evaluate and ensure user readiness, track and report issues, define and measure success metrics and monitor change progress.
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks, maintaining a risk and issues register and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor program progress through to stakeholder adoption, business handover and project closure.

Stakeholder Management:

• Define overall stakeholder engagement and communication plans, including the design, development, and key communication materials.
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on status, risks, and issues.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels to create awareness, build commitment, ensuring clear communication and understanding of program goals and drive a positive attitude toward change.
• Collaborate with country/function teams, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure effective change communication and training programs.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure alignment and support for project objectives.

Resource Management:

• Ensure that project team members, change champions and change ambassadors have the necessary tools, training, and support to perform their roles effectively.

Budget Management:

• Manage project budgets, ensuring that projects are delivered within financial constraints.
• Track project expenses and report on budgetary status regularly.

Quality Assurance:

• Adhere to the BSC project management standards, using established methodologies and tools to define the business case, objectives, scope, roles & responsibilities.
• Participate in regular reviews to ensure compliance with established standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement within the PMO and the broader organization.
• Lead and contribute to Value Improvement Programs (VIPs) in the PMO and the broader organization.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare regular status reports for key stakeholders and Portfolio managers, providing insights into program performance and highlighting achievements, risks and challenges.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of program plans, processes, and outcomes.

REQUIREMENTS

• A willingness to work flexibly across different time zones. Occasional travel to BSC sites in another APAC country may be required.
• At least 6 years of relevant experiences and proven results in project and change management with a focus on end-to-end delivery. Multi country experience
• Strong business acumen, business and commercial experience a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Project Management, Change Management or a related field or certification in PMP, Change Management, Agile, Six sigma or Lean.
• Sound application skills (PPT, Excel, Word, Project)
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in both verbal and written English at all levels

COMPETENCIES

Functional Excellence in Project Management

• Strong and up to date competence in PM critical skills, demonstrating use of knowledge and experience to successfully achieve program and organizational goals and objectives.
• Responds resourcefully, flexibly, and positively when faced with new challenges, transitions, and demands. Willingly and effectively deals with the stress and complexities of various situations. Moves forward productively and optimistically under conditions of change and uncertainty.
• Models and promotes collaboration and works effectively with others across the organization to achieve goals. Demonstrates proficient cross company communication, cultural sensitivity, and partnership in interactions with others. Involves others in decisions and plans and credits them for their contributions and accomplishments.

Relationship Building

• Establishes and maintains strong relationships internally and externally. Contributes to a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. Earns the respect and trust of others through effective interpersonal skills, integrity and authenticity.

Self-Development

• Continuously seeks to develop skills, knowledge and behaviors that lead to increased performance.