(Senior) Manager, PLM (Strategy & Projects)

Job description

We are seeking a (Senior) Manager, PLM (Strategy & Projects) to architect, digitize, and continuously improve the end-to-end product lifecycle management framework — from concept to launch — ensuring that processes, data, and decision-making are structured, scalable, and insight-driven. This role will drive process simplification, digitalization, KPI systems, and management reporting capabilities to improve focus on product development priorities and bring products to market faster with greater consistency and control. Key Responsibilities PLM Process Management Assess current processes to identify redundancies, bottlenecks, and non value-added steps, and redesign workflows by eliminating unnecessary handoffs, consolidating steps, and standardizing procedures across teams. PLM Digitization Digitize PLM and NPD processes by designing digital solutions and workflows, coordinating cross-functional teams for design and testing of IT features, and implementing PLM tools and systems. Data Analysis, Management Reporting & KPI Define and analyze KPIs across the PLM life-cycle and NPD project management life-cycle, conduct root cause analysis on performance gaps, and deliver insights to leadership through management reports and executive dashboards. Special Projects Support special projects for the PLM function and R&D department, including end-to-end requirements management, pathfinding, patent management, digitalizing project management, and product configuration management. Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related discipline. Professional certifications in project management are a plus. Experience Around 8–12 years of experience in PLM, NPD, process design, or process digitization. Able to analyze, redesign, and standardize PLM/NPD processes across the organization Capable to design, implement, and drive adoption of digital PLM tools and workflows to reduce manual work, improved scalability, and stronger data integration across teams Proven experience in leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives, including process redesign, system implementation, stakeholder alignment, and change management across complex organizations. Strong ability to influence, align, and drive change across cross-functional stakeholders Background in consulting training is an advantage. Key Competencies & Behaviours Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Analytical, data-driven, and critical decision making. Project/program management excellence—plans, prioritizes, and executes. Cross-functional and cross-geography collaboration. Demonstrated leadership: builds and guides high-performing teams; sets clear goals and expectations. Coaches and develops talent; enables change adoption. Flexible and proactive, adapts to dynamic environments. Ownership mindset with self-awareness. Drives productivity and continuous improvement in new product development process and project management and reporting. Attractive salary and fringe benefits package will be offered to the right candidates. Please visit our company website for our company background, products and other useful information. Website: Data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only. Suitable candidates may be referred to other vacancies within our company.