Director/ED, Program Manager, Digital Channel

SMBC Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch) is seeking a Director/ED, Program Manager, Digital Channel in Singapore to lead end-to-end technology projects focused on Supply Chain Financing. You will coordinate with Product, Risk, Compliance, and Operations to deliver complex initiatives on time and within budget.

You will partner with external vendors, ensure regulatory and cybersecurity standards, drive automation and scalability, and report progress to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven working experience in project management, especially IT projects in financial institutions.
• PMP / PRINCE II certification is a plus.
• Familiar with project management software, methodologies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and multitasking.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies is desirable.
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of technology projects (Supply Chain Financing).
• Collaborate with internal teams (Product, Risk, Compliance, Operations) and external vendors to ensure timely execution.
• Manage budgets, timelines, risks, and resources across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Ensure seamless integration of SCF platforms with client systems and internal infrastructure.
• Ensure solutions meet regulatory, cybersecurity, and operational risk standards.
• Drive automation, scalability, and process improvements to support business growth and efficiency.
• Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders on project status, risks, and strategic impact.

Skills

PM experience

PMP/PRINCE II

Stakeholder management

Regulatory & risk awareness

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Agile & Scrum

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT

Job description

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Director/ED, Program Manager, Digital Channel

Location: Singapore

Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Oversee end-to-end delivery of technology projects ( Supply Chain Financing ).
• Stakeholder Management:Collaborate with internal teams (Product, Risk, Compliance, Operations) and external vendors to ensure timely and effective execution.
• Project Governance:Manage budgets, timelines, risks, and resources across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Technology Integration:Ensure seamless integration of SCF platforms with client systems and internal infrastructure.
• Compliance & Risk Oversight:Ensure solutions meet regulatory, cybersecurity, and operational risk standards.
• Performance Optimization:Drive automation, scalability, and process improvements to support business growth and efficiency.
• Reporting & Communication:Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders on project status, risks, and strategic impact.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven working experience in project management, especially IT projects in financial institutions.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus.
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies is desirable.
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.