Are you passionate to be in the role as Manager - Strategic Projects? Do you have experience in Strategic Projects? If so, this opportunity could be for you! Join us at B. Braun, a leader in the medical devices industry, where your skills and experience will be recognized and celebrated. Take the next step in your career with us and help shape the future of healthcare!
As a Manager - Strategic Projects at B. Braun you will play a vital role in….
Your key responsibilities:
- Responsible for overseeing and managing the planning, implementation, and tracking of specific or multiple projects
across operations. Work closely with stakeholders, team members and vendors to ensure that designated projects are completed on time,
within budget, and meet the required quality standards/ deliverables/ key performance indicators (KPIs). - Responsible for management, performance management and overview of moderate to complex projects in industrial
engineering, facility management, and administrative areas, including continuous process improvement projects. - Oversee the implementation of the project plan, assign tasks to team members (where applicable) and monitor progress
to ensure that the project is on track. Ensure that the project is technically sound, evidence-based and aligned with stakeholder requirement and priorities. - Implement the corporate approach to project management according to Project Execution Management (PEM) and
related methods in the Asia Pacific region. - Implement the adequate governance for project tracking and supervision, actively overseeing portfolios and steering
teams composed of the right stakeholders, business owners and resource owners. Accompany project teams, assign individual responsibilities, develop project schedules and determine resources needed. Lead on-demand strategic programs and concept phases for strategic business development of the portfolio. - Oversee and monitor the status of projects from initiation to delivery, keep management informed of any deviations, and
maintain proper project and portfolio governance. Provide project management training according to the guidelines of B. Braun’s PEM approach. Provide stewardship to the hierarchy and project managers alike, ensuring that escalation models work in case of deviations.
What you will bring to the team:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field
Formal Project Management training or certification preferred (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile PM, Lean). - 8+ years and above of experience in project or program management, preferably within manufacturing or regulated industries.
- Proven experience managing cross‑functional, multi‑site projects with senior stakeholders.
- Strong PMO fundamentals: portfolio tracking, governance, reporting, risk & issue management.
- High level of structured communication, executive reporting, and data-driven decision support.
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence initiatives.
- Experience with manufacturing transfers, NPI, or productivity / cost‑improvement programs.
- Preferably those with exposure to medical devices or regulated environments (ISO, MDR, FDA).
What sets B. Braun apart?
Founded in Germany in 1839, B. Braun is a leading medical technology company with over 66,000 employees in 64 countries. Specializing in infusion therapy, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, anaesthesia, and more, B. Braun develops high-quality products and services that improve global health. In Asia Pacific, B. Braun employs over 16,000 people across 10 production sites and 16 business offices.
Established in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang is the regional headquarters for APAC. With more than 7,000 employees, the plant located in Penang is among the largest manufacturers of medical, surgical and pharmaceutical products not only in Malaysia but also in the APAC region. It also houses the Centre of Excellence for Intravenous Access.
What can we offer you?
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Employee Incentive Scheme
- Training and development programs
- Meal Subsidy, and onsite convenience store
- Onsite fitness area including running track, futsal and classes.
- Medical Insurance and dental and optical allowance.
- Travel Allowance
- Retirement Fund
What’s next?
Once you click on the link to Apply, you will be directed to update your personal information and submit your CV. Our Talent Acquisition team will carefully review your application, and if you pass the CV screening you will be invited for the first interview. We ask you to conduct two interviews, one in person and one remotely. If you stand out and meet our requirements, we will present you with an offer and guide you through our seamless onboarding process. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!
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