Project Manager, Enterprise Excellence

Teleflex; Singapore; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain Project Manager to lead strategic projects across the APAC region. This role involves managing high-impact initiatives, developing business cases, and driving continuous improvement in logistics and distribution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the medical device or healthcare industry, with expertise in SAP and Lean methodologies. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing quality and service, while making a significant impact on patient care through innovative solutions. If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for supply chain excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading projects in Warehouse and Logistics within the healthcare sector.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-impact projects across the APAC supply chain organization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in logistics and distribution.

Skills

Project Management

Lean Six Sigma

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE II)

Tools

SAP SD/MM/APO

Lean tools

Job description

Global Operations - Global Operations is a complex and diverse organization within the company which is responsible for product fulfilment to all our customers from end to end. We pride ourselves on being totally Customer Centric in our unrelenting focus on Improving Quality, Service and Value as perceived by our customers. Our employees are dedicated to the Global Operations Enterprise Excellence journey. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients’ lives.

Job Purpose

The Supply Chain Project Manager will manage assigned projects and initiatives across the supply chain organization within APAC region. This role will interface with key stakeholders to ensure that projects run successfully and meet the company performance indicators under People, Quality, Service and Value.

The incumbent will support APAC supply chain to identify productivity and cost improvement opportunities, to drive continuous improvement initiatives in logistics and distribution.

Project Management

1. Manage and lead high-impact strategic projects and initiatives across the supply chain organization within the APAC region.
2. Develop comprehensive business cases and conduct Cost-Benefit Analyses to support project approvals.
3. Develop and manage project plans, including budgets, work breakdown structures, project schedules, and resource plans.
4. Drive end-to-end project execution to ensure successful delivery within scope, budget, timeline, and quality parameters.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, IT and other defined stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
6. Apply advanced Project Management methodologies and best practices to ensure structured and efficient project delivery.
7. Identify resource needs and capability gaps, building actionable plans to address them effectively.
8. Surface project interdependencies and work with senior stakeholders to identify ways to manage prioritization and trade-off decisions.
9. Manage project risks and issues by developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
10. Communicate accurate and timely project status, issues, risks and scope changes to Senior Project Manager and relevant project stakeholders.
11. Coach and mentor project team members to build their capability and drive ongoing engagement.
12. Manage the planning, facilitation and completion of continuous improvement projects to support cost reduction objectives.
13. Facilitate and lead the continuous improvement process by identifying training needs and providing training in such as problem-solving methodology, Kaizen, 5S, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping.
14. Develop training materials for Lean processes and principles, as well as other training materials as necessary.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE II)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in leading Warehouse and Logistics projects within medical device/healthcare/pharma industry
• User experience in SAP SD/MM/APO
• Knowledge in end-to-end supply chain from demand/supply/warehousing/order fulfillment/last mile delivery
• Practical knowledge and experience with CI tools such as: Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC and similar tools and methods are preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified advantageous
• Good understanding of financial processes and be able to establish business cases, cost benefit analysis & ROI
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• 25% Travel.
• Organized and meticulous.
• Self Driven and results oriented
• Resourceful and able to manage ambiguity
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with individuals at all levels.
• Team player attitude.
• A growth mindset and strategic thinker who can balance pragmatic delivery.