Functional Design Leads

PIL Pacific International Lines; Singapore; On-site; SGD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PIL Pacific International Lines is seeking a Functional Design Lead to drive innovation in the container shipping industry. This pivotal role will lead design workshops, facilitate communication between stakeholders, and support project implementations. Candidates must carry significant experience in container shipping processes and strong leadership qualities to enhance operational efficiency and embrace new technologies. Join a forward-thinking team committed to achieving sustainable shipping solutions.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in container shipping processes.
• At least 1 year in a leadership or coordination capacity.
• Proven experience in leading project activities including requirements gathering, solution design, and roll-out support.

Responsibilities

• Lead functional workshops with business stakeholders to define requirements.
• Develop functional design documentation aligned with enterprise architecture.
• Support execution and issue resolution during testing phases.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Maritime Studies, Logistics, Information Systems, Project Management, or a related discipline

Job description

DRIVING CONNECTIVITY

Chart your Course with PIL

With over 55 years of leadership in the global shipping industry, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is looking for proactive individuals to drive innovation and sustainable shipping solutions. If you’re fueled by pioneering ideas, enjoy challenging the status quo, and are determined to make a significant impact, PIL wants you as a part of our dynamic community of maritime professionals.

At PIL, we provide local experiences with a global reach. With our headquarters in Singapore, and services offered at over 500 locations in 90 countries, you will have ample opportunities to work with colleagues from different cultures and communities.

Get On Board for a Dynamic and Purposeful Career.

Job summary: The Functional Design Leads support distinct workstreams within a broader transformation program. The role will be responsible for leading the functional design and delivery of specific business capabilities, serving as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams. The ideal candidates will bring strong domain knowledge in Container Shipping industry, cross-functional collaboration skills, and experience translating business processes into practical, well-documented solution designs.

Key Responsibilities:

Functional Design Leadership

• Lead functional workshops with business stakeholders to define and validate requirements specific to the assigned workstream (e.g., Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, HR).
• Develop and maintain functional design documentation, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and program goals.

• Collaborate with process owners to evaluate options and support informed design decisions.

Cross-Module and System Integration

• Identify integration points with related systems or modules and work with relevant teams to ensure alignment.
• Monitor dependencies across workstreams and contribute to resolving integration issues or design conflicts.

Testing Preparation and Support

• Define functional testing strategies and contribute to test planning activities, including the development of test scenarios and data preparation.
• Support execution and issue resolution during System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), ensuring traceability to requirements.

Business Engagement and Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as a central point of contact for business stakeholders within the workstream, ensuring consistent engagement and alignment.
• Facilitate communication between business and IT, providing clarity on functional requirements and solution implications.

Implementation and Change Support

• Coordinate with delivery teams and vendors to support implementation milestones.
• Contribute to user training, go-live planning, and post-deployment support, including participation in hyper-care and stabilization activities.

Documentation and Knowledge Transfer

• Ensure that all functional designs, process flows, and configuration guides are thoroughly documented.
• Support structured handover to operations and support teams following implementation.

MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Maritime Studies, Logistics, Information Systems, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in container shipping processes. At least 1 year in a leadership or coordination capacity, involving team or stakeholder management.
• Solid understanding of container shipping business processes, with a proactive mindset toward challenging existing practices and driving process automation and efficiency improvements.
• Proven experience in leading or supporting key project activities including requirements gathering, solution design, test planning, and roll-out support.
• Strong coordination and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively across multi-disciplinary teams and engage with diverse stakeholders, including Trade, Equipment, Logistics, Operations, and Finance, as well as external vendors or system integrators.
• A transformation-oriented mindset with the ability to guide teams through change, support adoption of new processes, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Application Process:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience toPIL Career Website.

About Us

Incorporated in 1967, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is ranked 12th among the world’s top container shipping lines and is also the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, PIL is a global carrier with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania, and the Pacific Islands.

Together with its affiliated companies Mariana Express Lines (MELL) and Malaysia Shipping Corporation, PIL serves customers at over 500 locations in more than 90 countries worldwide with a fleet of 100 container and multi-purpose vessels.

Apart from the core liner shipping business, PIL also has several other business units such as container manufacturing, depot, and logistics services.

PIL strives to meet the needs of its customers by providing value-adding services such as intermodal, breakbulk, and reefer services delivered on innovative technological platforms. With its focus on “Driving Connectivity” and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050, PIL aims to be an efficient, sustainable, and future-ready shipping line.

Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.