Vice President, Supply Chain Finance - Implementation Manager - Transaction Banking for APAC

Job description

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. Purpose of role: MUFG, the world’s fifth largest financial group, is seeking a talented Vice President, Supply Chain Finance Implementation Manager to join its dynamic APAC team in Singapore. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in building a leading Supply Chain Finance (SCF) business across Asia Pacific, working within a globally respected organisation renowned for its inclusive culture, commitment to people-first values, and long-term relationship focus. As part of MUFG’s high-performing Regional SCF Team, you will be at the forefront of delivering innovative Trade Payables Services (TPS) solutions to clients, ensuring seamless implementation and ongoing support. This is your chance to contribute to MUFG’s vision of being the world’s most trusted financial group. Join MUFG’s prestigious APAC team in Singapore and help shape the future of Supply Chain Finance across the region by leading end-to-end implementation projects for major clients. Experience an inclusive workplace culture that values collaboration, integrity, and personal development while offering robust support systems and opportunities for career advancement. Work closely with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to deliver best-in-class Trade Payables Services solutions, leveraging your technical expertise and stakeholder management skills. What you'll do: As Vice President, your day to day responsibilities will involve managing complex project plans from inception through go-live and beyond ensuring every detail is meticulously coordinated across multiple functions. You will act as the primary point of contact for both internal teams and external clients during implementations, facilitating technical integrations such as Host-to-Host connections between client ERPs and MUFG’s platform. Your ability to communicate clearly with both technical experts and non-technical stakeholders will be essential as you deliver training sessions, develop user-friendly documentation, and provide ongoing support post-launch. Own and manage comprehensive end-to-end implementation project plans for new Buyer Programmes and Supplier onboarding initiatives across multiple APAC markets. Coordinate cross-functional workstreams involving systems setup, user acceptance testing (UAT), go-live activities, and post-implementation reviews to ensure seamless delivery. Proactively identify and manage risks, dependencies, and communications with all stakeholders throughout the entire implementation lifecycle. Lead the configuration and setup of programmes on the Trade Payables Services (TPS) Platform, ensuring technical requirements are met efficiently. Facilitate Host-to-Host (H2H) integration between client ERP or treasury systems (such as SAP or Oracle) and MUFG’s platform, including technical scoping, connectivity testing, troubleshooting, and final sign-off. Deliver engaging training sessions to client counterparts on the creation and submission of Approved Invoice Files via the TPS Web Portal. Collaborate with the SCF Acquisition team to onboard suppliers effectively while ensuring completion of Know-Your-Customer (KYC) and Client Identification Procedures (CIP). Develop and maintain comprehensive training materials, user guides, and onboarding documentation tailored to diverse client needs across the region. Provide second-level technical support for operational enquiries from buyers and suppliers after go-live, partnering with internal operations and technology teams to resolve escalated issues promptly. Support ongoing maintenance of changes under the implementation framework while continuously improving processes based on feedback from clients and internal teams. What you bring: To excel in this position, you will bring substantial experience managing complex projects within financial services. Your background may include roles at banks, fintechs or large corporates where you have overseen successful onboarding initiatives involving ERP integrations or digital platform rollouts. Your communication style is considerate yet effective capable of translating technical concepts into accessible language for all stakeholders involved. In addition to your technical acumen around system integrations like H2H connectivity with SAP/Oracle platforms along with your passion for nurturing positive relationships you will be well positioned to make a meaningful impact at MUFG. 5–10 years’ experience in implementation management or client service roles within financial services or transaction banking environments is highly desirable. Demonstrable expertise in Supply Chain Finance or Payables Finance gained from working at a bank is required. A proven track record in client onboarding or implementation projects ideally within trade finance or transaction banking is essential for success in this position. Strong project management skills are necessary; holding PMP certification or an equivalent qualification would be advantageous. Hands on experience with Host-to-Host integration projects or ERP connectivity (including platforms such as SAP or Oracle) is strongly preferred. Experience supporting or troubleshooting digital platforms during critical phases of implementation is considered a significant asset. Exposure to APAC markets along with an understanding of regional business practices and client expectations will be highly valued in this role. Excellent communication abilities are required—including stakeholder engagement skills that allow you to connect with both technical audiences (IT/Operations) as well as non-technical users (clients/business partners). Ability to develop clear training materials tailored for diverse audiences while maintaining meticulous attention to detail throughout documentation processes is important. A collaborative mindset combined with empathy for client needs ensures you can build trust-based relationships that foster long-term satisfaction. What sets this company apart: MUFG stands out as one of the world’s most respected financial institutions—not only due to its impressive global scale but also because of its unwavering commitment to putting people first. The organisation fosters an inclusive culture where every colleague is encouraged to share ideas openly while benefiting from supportive leadership focused on long-term growth. Employees enjoy access to comprehensive Total Rewards packages and are empowered by policies designed around honesty, mutual understanding, flexibility in working arrangements where possible, and respect for diversity at every level. At MUFG you’ll find a community built on trust: one that values collaboration over competition; prioritises ethical conduct; invests heavily in professional development; and actively supports under-represented groups through equal opportunity employment practices. By joining MUFG’s APAC team in Singapore you become part of a network dedicated not just to business success—but also to making a positive difference for customers, communities and colleagues alike. What's next: If you are ready to take your career further by joining an industry leader committed to excellence in Supply Chain Finance implementation across APAC— this could be your next great move! Apply today by clicking on the link provided and your journey towards making an impact at MUFG starts here. We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.