Specialty Gas (SG) ID Manager

Balazs; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Liquide Malaysia is seeking a Specialty Gas ID Manager to bridge group strategies with local operations and drive industrial performance. The role focuses on governance, asset optimization, and strategic planning across the cluster.

The position requires a Degree in Chemical Engineering with 5+ years in specialty gases, strong leadership, and the ability to work with global teams on standards and digital roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years in operations or industrial direction, with a focus on Specialty Gases.
• Deep understanding of industrial gas processes in manufacturing and logistics.
• Proficient with modern operating models, digital tools and data-driven decision making.
• Energy management knowledge is an advantage.
• Proven track record in transformation programs and change management.
• Strong leadership with ability to present a clear strategic vision.
• Customer-centric approach aligned with market needs.

Responsibilities

• Drive cluster industrial performance and enforce PMS governance and reporting standards.
• Lead end-to-end industrial projects from selection to execution.
• Collaborate with procurement and global teams to optimize landed cost and reliability.
• Deploy SG standards, programs and the cluster digital roadmap as Business Process Owner.
• Mentor teams, transfer knowledge, and implement technical standards with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Data-driven decisions

Digital tools

End-to-end thinking

Customer focus

Change management

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

## Specialty Gas (SG) ID ManagerApplylocations: Malaysia, Petaling Jaya: SEOUL HQ - Sales - South Korea: Taiwan, Wuqi District: Thailand, Bangkok: Japan, Kobe-shitime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R10083186Air Liquide began operations in Malaysia in 1927 and is one of the pioneers of the gas industry in Malaysia. Operating in 11 locations in Malaysia, comprising both sales offices and production facilities, Air Liquide supports our customers through providing innovative solutions at every step of their production, including industrial and specialty gases, energy solutions, application technologies and services. With a strong workforce of 400 employees and business growth through our recent acquisition with nationwide presence, this will provide an exciting experience and journey with the opportunity that is unique yet challenging to gauge the integration and synergy processes that will change the entire competition landscape in Malaysia.Summary: The Specialty Gas Manager acts as the bridge between Group strategies and local operations. The core mission is to drive industrial performance, ensure strict compliance with Group standards for Specialty Gases (SG), and serve as the Business Process Owner (BPO) to optimize workflows and asset utilization across the cluster.## How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?* Collaborate with the Cluster Packaged Gas team to drive the Cluster’s industrial performance strategy, ensuring strict adherence to the PMS framework, governance, and reporting standards while leading regular performance reviews to meet Group-aligned targets.* Oversee the quality implementation of corrective actions and mandatory programs, ensuring key lessons are documented and shared, while actively collaborating with the Cluster team to secure funding for critical Group Industrial Initiatives.* Drive the strategic planning process by acting as the technical authority for some entities’ assets, proactively managing asset renewal and asset extension lifetime studies, and assessing equipment utilization rates to propose such as reallocation plans that optimize Cluster’s resources.* Lead the end-to-end management of selected Cluster industrial projects—from aligning with the entities on project selection to collecting subsidiary specifications—while supervising the execution of core missions to ensure they meet industrial and business performance targets.* Collaborate with procurement and global entities to optimize the total landed cost and reliability of raw material and product supply chains at EAP boundaries, while defining weekly/monthly (S&OE) and annual (S&OP) planning to support strategic planning.* Supervise the execution of core missions, monitoring their impact on industrial performance and setting action plans accordingly.* Maximize profitability within EAP boundaries by jointly reviewing entity setups and trading product portfolios, while actively monitoring asset profitability across Business Lines to propose and drive improvement plans.* Collaborate with procurement and the operations controller to define long-term third-party sourcing strategies, commercial development plans, and precise landed cost allocations (localizing Group policies) to establish minimum costing guidelines.* Lead the deployment of standards, mandatory SG programs, and the digital roadmap across the Cluster, acting as the Business Process Owner to steer implementation, close compliance gaps, and ensure strict adherence to Group policies for assets and processes.* Drive knowledge transfer and competency development through field coaching and engage expert support to subsidiaries, while closely collaborating with entities and global stakeholders to implement technical standards and value initiatives.## Are you a MATCH?* Degree in Chemical Engineering or relevant discipline.* Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations or industrial direction, with a specific focus on Specialty Gases within the industrial gas sector.* In-depth understanding of industrial gas processes, specifically in manufacturing and logistics, utilizing a holistic end-to-end perspective.* Proficient in navigating modern operating models, utilizing digital tools, and leveraging data for decision-making.* Knowledge of energy management principles would be an advantage.* Proven track record in driving transformation programs and effectively managing associated organizational change.* Robust project management capabilities with a focus on delivery and execution.* Demonstrated strong leadership skills with the ability to develop, articulate, and present a compelling strategic vision based on end-to-end thinking.* Strong customer acumen, ensuring industrial strategies align with customer needs and market demands.* This role will be remunerated based on the domestic package.\*\*We thank you for your interest in Air Liquide. Interested applicants are encouraged to send in a detailed resume, including reasons for leaving for past employment. Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.\*\*