Job Title: Project Manager - ERP Transformation (Manufacturing)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead a critical, greenfield Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) transformation project - from legacy system to SAP S4 HANA. This role owns the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of a new ERP solution built from the ground up.
The ideal candidate brings extensive hands-on project management experience within the manufacturing industry, a deep understanding of core manufacturing operational processes, and the leadership ability to guide cross-functional teams and external implementation partners to a successful go-live.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end greenfield ERP implementation across all business units, delivering on time, within scope, and on budget
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, resource requirements, and detailed schedules aligned with executive leadership goals
- Manage the relationship with the ERP implementation vendor/partner, ensuring deliverables meet technical and functional specifications
Business Process & Manufacturing Domain Management
- Partner with stakeholders across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Warehouse Management, Finance, and Quality Assurance to map as-is and to-be business processes
- Ensure manufacturing-specific requirements (BOM, Production Planning, Shop Floor Control, Inventory Management, Quality Control) are seamlessly integrated into the new ERP system
- Drive process optimization and standardization before and during system configuration
Risk, Issue & Change Management
- Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks, bottlenecks, and dependencies throughout the implementation lifecycle
- Implement a structured Change Management and User Enablement plan to drive adoption across shop floor workers, supervisors, and department heads
- Oversee Data Migration (cleansing, mapping, validation) from legacy systems to the new ERP environment
- Direct testing phases, including UAT, SIT, and Cutover/Go-Live execution
Stakeholder Communication & Governance
- Present regular progress updates, status reports, risk logs, and financial updates to the Steering Committee and Executive Leadership
- Serve as the main bridge between technical vendor teams and manufacturing floor personnel, communicating effectively across all operational levels
Requirements & Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience
- Minimum 5-8+ years of Project Management experience, specifically leading complex enterprise technology implementations
- Proven track record managing at least one full-lifecycle greenfield ERP implementation (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Infor) from business blueprinting through post-go-live support
- Solid domain expertise in manufacturing industries (discrete or process manufacturing, automotive, electronics, FMCG, industrial goods)
Language Skills
- Fluent Bahasa Melayu, to engage effectively with operational teams and shop-floor personnel
- Strong written and verbal English for vendor management and executive reporting
Certifications (Preferred)
- PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification
- Able to work effectively with cross-functional and cross-background stakeholders - from shop floor production teams/ manufacturing team, procurement, inventory, and external consultants
- Excellent vendor management skills, with experience enforcing SLAs and contractual obligations
- High emotional intelligence and change leadership skills to build trust and navigate resistance on the ground
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills in fast-paced project environments
Why Join Us?
You will have the opportunity to play a key role in a significant ERP transformation project (greenfield), helping drive the transition from a legacy ERP platform to SAP S/4HANA. You will work closely with business and technology stakeholders and be involved across the project lifecycle, from planning and implementation through to go-live.
If you are an experienced Project Manager looking for an opportunity to lead a challenging S/4HANA transformation project, we would be interested to hear from you.
- 15% EPF employer contribution for permanent and local staff
- Health insurance coverage (including spouse and children)
- Integration activity
- Opportunities for promotion (reviewed every year)
- Optical coverage reimbursement
- Additional 2 days of annual leave upon completion every 1 year in Billennium