Project Manager, APAC
Job Summary
The Project Manageris responsible forleading and driving the successful delivery of Life Science projects inAPAC including Growth Hub initiatives product localization projects and application engineering projects. The role ensures projects are executed on time within budget andin accordance withagreed scope quality and closely with Engineering Operations Supply Chain Quality Sales and stakeholders the Project Manager develops and executes project plans manages risks and resources drives cross-functional alignment and ensures adherence to IMI project management and APQP position plays a critical role in accelerating business growth supportinglocalisationstrategies and delivering innovative solutions that meet customer and market requirementswithin the Life Science sector.
Main Responsibilities:
Project Leadership & Delivery
Lead and manage local Growth Hub localization and application engineering projects from initiation through completion.
Develop andmaintaincomprehensive project plans including scope milestones schedules resources budgets and deliverables.
Ensure projects are delivered on time within budget andin accordance withdefined quality standards.
Monitor project performance and drivetimelycorrective actions when projectobjectivesare at risk.
Evaluate project outcomes and ensure all deliverables are completedvalidated and formally closed.
Risk & Change Management
Proactivelyidentifyproject risks dependencies and constraints and develop mitigation plans.
Escalate critical issues appropriately and drive resolution across functional teams.
Manage changes in scope timelines resources or costs through structuredchangemanagement processes.
Support effective decision-making by providing transparent project status impacts and recommendations.
Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary liaison between engineering operations quality supply chain sales product management and leadership teams.
Build strong relationships with local and global stakeholders to ensure alignment on project priorities and deliverables.
Facilitate project meetings reviews and cross-functional discussions to drive accountability and progress.
Communicate project status risks achievements and escalation needs to the China Leadership Team and global stakeholders.
APQP & Governance
Ensure adherence to IMI project management standards governance requirements and APQP processes.
Prepare and lead APQP Gate Reviews and sign-off presentations from Gate 1 through Gate 7.
Ensure project documentation isaccurate complete and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Maintain project records folders lessons learned and project archivesin accordance withcompany standards.
Financial & Business Case Management
Develop robust business cases for new product development localization capital investment and growth initiatives including financial modeling ROI payback period and strategic justification.
Prepare and present project investment proposals for management review and approval.
Establish project budgets and CAPEX forecasts ensuring alignment with approved business cases.
Monitor project costs capital expenditure and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
Identifyand manage financial risks variances and potential impactstoproject profitability and investment returns.
Track and report actual project results against approved business case assumptions including revenue margin payback and ROI metrics.
Drive accountability across stakeholders to ensure projects deliver the expected financial and business outcomes.
Continuous Improvement
Identifyopportunities to improve project management processes tools governance and team effectiveness.
Capture and share lessons learned to improve future project execution and organizational knowledge.
Support the development of a strong project management culture across the Life Scienceorganisation.
Other Responsibilities
Support strategic businessinitiatives asassigned by management.
Undertakeadditionalresponsibilities aligned with business and organizational needs.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelorsdegree in Engineering Business Project Management or a related discipline from arecogniseduniversity.
Project Managementcertification (PMPor equivalent)ispreferred.
Minimum 5 years of project management experience in engineering manufacturing industrial automation life science medical device or related technical industrieswith ademonstratedtrack recordof deliveringcross-functionalprojects on-time andwithinbudget.
Experience managing cross-functional projects in a matrixorganisation.
Strong experience with APQPmethodology including FMEA Control Plans and product development processes.
Strong financial acumen with experience developing business cases evaluating investment opportunities managing CAPEX budgets and tracking ROI and payback performance.
Demonstrated experience managing project schedules budgets resources risks and stakeholder expectations.
Experience working with global teams and international stakeholders is highly desirable.
Required Experience:
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