Senior Project Management Lead

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is seeking an experienced project management professional to lead and deliver strategic initiatives across functions, including innovation, productivity improvement, operational optimisation, and organisational transformation.

You will manage end-to-end projects, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, establish clear objectives and timelines, and drive risk management and continuous improvement to ensure timely, business-aligned delivery.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project management, program management, or business transformation.
• Proven track record delivering cross-functional, complex projects with measurable outcomes.
• Experience with FMCG/manufacturing domains is a plus; PMP/PRINCE2/Agile certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end projects from planning to completion.
• Manage a portfolio including new product development, productivity improvement, process optimisation, and transformation.
• Collaborate with Operations, R&D, Finance, Supply Chain, Commercial, and other business functions.
• Set objectives, timelines, deliverables, and resources.
• Identify risks and dependencies and align with priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery.
• Provide leadership to project teams and ensure timely delivery.
• Support prioritisation, resource planning and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

about the company

Our client is an established multinational organisation with a strong presence across multiple markets. As part of its ongoing business growth and transformation, the company is looking for an experienced project management professional to lead and deliver strategic initiatives across different business functions.

about the job

You will be responsible for leading and delivering business-critical projects across various functions, including innovation, productivity improvement, operational optimisation, and organisational transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end projects, from initial planning and scoping through execution, implementation, and completion.
• Drive a diverse portfolio of projects covering new product development, productivity improvement, process optimisation, and business transformation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across Operations, R&D, Finance, Supply Chain, Commercial, and other business functions.
• Establish clear project objectives, timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements to ensure successful execution.
• Identify and manage project risks, challenges, and dependencies while ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and introduce effective project management practices to improve overall project delivery.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, ensuring accountability, stakeholder alignment, and timely delivery.
• Support project prioritisation, resource planning, and strategic initiatives across the organisation.

about the requirements

• Approximately 10 years or more of relevant experience in project management, program management, or business transformation.
• Strong track record of managing projects from initiation to completion, with demonstrated achievements and measurable business outcomes.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects in a dynamic business environment.
• Candidates from FMCG, manufacturing, or other industries with strong project management experience are welcome to apply.
• Experience in R&D, new product development, productivity improvement, or organisational transformation would be advantageous.
• Certifications such as PMP, Agile, PRINCE2, or equivalent would be an added advantage but are not mandatory.

skills

no additional skills required

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree