Head of Manufacturing Transformation

Head of Manufacturing Transformation | Johor, Malaysia

If you're a transformation leader who thrives at the intersection of lean manufacturing, digital systems, and high-growth operations, this is a rare opportunity to own Malaysia's manufacturing excellence agenda from strategy through to scale. You'll build the roadmap, lead the team, and embed the operating system that powers a rapidly expanding manufacturing footprint.

Why Apply?

Our client is a global leader within their product category. Malaysia is at the centre of their growth story - and this role puts you in the driving seat. With a mandate spanning MES deployment, lean maturity, automation, and Industry 4.0, the scope is real and the impact is visible.

The Role

Own and deliver a manufacturing excellence transformation programme across a growing, multi-site manufacturing footprint. Key responsibilities include:

• Translating the global manufacturing excellence roadmap into a Malaysia-wide plan covering MES, lean maturity, digital standardisation, and automation
• Driving MES deployment and embedding consistent performance routines and visual factory practices across operations
• Building and delivering a pipeline of automation and Industry 4.0 use cases, from pilot through to scale
• Leading change management during rapid growth - covering readiness, training, communications, and sustainment
• Building and developing a high-performing transformation team across multiple sites
• Embedding lean disciplines through structured problem solving, standard work, and continuous improvement routines

What We're Looking For

A credible transformation leader with the depth to deliver at pace and at scale. You'll bring:

• 15+ years in manufacturing, with 8+ years in senior leadership of a 24/7, high-volume environment
• A proven track record in manufacturing transformation, ideally within high-touch assembly environments
• Solid Manufacturing Execution System (MES) experience, with the ability to partner across engineering, quality, and digital functions
• Deep lean and operational excellence credentials with demonstrable transformation results
• Strong change leadership capability, with experience in a fast-growing Southeast Asian environment preferred
• Regulated manufacturing background - healthcare, medical devices, pharmaceutical, or comparable high-compliance preferred
• Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline; MBA advantageous

Ready to lead a transformation that matters? Apply now and take the next step in your career.

JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)