Director Strategic Projects and PMO

Stryker; Singapore; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic leader to drive market-leading growth across the APAC region. This pivotal role involves defining and executing strategic plans and leading complex cross-functional projects that significantly impact business outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in strategy and project management within the MedTech or healthcare sectors. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence in healthcare, where your leadership will foster a culture of success and deliver measurable results.

Benefits

Bonuses

Healthcare benefits

Retirement programs

Wellness programs

Service and performance awards

Social and recreational activities

Qualifications

• 10+ years in strategy, consulting, or corporate development, preferably in MedTech.
• Proven leadership of complex regional projects and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead APAC Strategy Planning with senior leadership stakeholders.
• Establish governance structures for successful project execution.
• Develop business cases with measurable ROI targets for growth initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Leadership

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

MBA or equivalent degree

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This role is responsible for defining and executing APAC strategic plans to drive market-leading double-digit growth. This encompasses leadership of cross-functional / cross-BU complex strategic project initiatives (including any Enterprise Priorities) that have significant impact on Stryker APAC growth aspirations. This role will need to establish APAC PMO capability to foster a culture of excellence in project delivery across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning to drive market-leading double-digit growth

• Lead and strengthen the annual APAC Strategy Planning exercise with APAC Leadership Team (APLT).
• Develop and oversee the execution of APAC Growth Plan.
• Identify revenue growth opportunities by collaborating with senior leadership stakeholders (APLT, markets leadership, APAC Marketing, APAC Finance).
• Develop business cases with measurable ROI targets for growth initiatives to secure investments.
• Work with senior leadership to determine appropriate growth operating models.
• Partner with APLT to prioritize projects delivering maximum business value.

Enterprise Priorities and Strategic Projects

• Lead enterprise priorities in collaboration with APLT and the Corporate Enterprise Strategy team, including globalization initiatives and capability setups.
• Identify and execute high-impact cross-functional projects that drive revenue, margins, or foundational capabilities, such as cross-BU projects, acquisition integrations, and go-to-market reviews.

Establish regional PMO (Project Management Office) capability

• Define, implement, and evolve the PMO strategy to support growth and complexity.
• Establish governance structures, tools, and methodologies for successful project execution.
• Build and develop a high-performing PMO team aligned with strategic objectives.
• Advance PMO capabilities across APAC markets.
• Collaborate with the Stryker Global PMO Council to drive project management excellence.

Key requirements

Qualification and Experience

• 10+ years in strategy, consulting, business transformation, or corporate development, preferably in MedTech, Life Sciences, or Healthcare sectors.
• Proven leadership of complex regional projects and cross-functional teams delivering measurable outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of APAC Medtech and healthcare industry, including market dynamics and regulations.
• MBA or equivalent degree in Business, Life Science, or Engineering from a top-tier institution.

Key competencies

• Strategic thinking with excellent execution capabilities.
• Prioritization skills.
• Growth mindset and ability to identify new opportunities.
• Influence without authority.
• Data-driven analytical rigor.
• Excellent communication skills.

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies, committed to making healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics, and Spine, impacting over 150 million patients annually worldwide.